The India Women tour of Australia 2026 is set to be a big multi-format series, featuring 7 matches across T20Is, ODIs, and a historic day-night Test.
The tour will run from February 15 to March 9, 2026, with matches scheduled at major Australian venues. India will face one of the strongest teams in women’s cricket, making this a crucial series ahead of upcoming ICC tournaments.
India Women Tour of Australia 2026 – Schedule
| Date | Match | Format | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15 | 1st T20I | T20I | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 1:30 PM |
| Feb 19 | 2nd T20I | T20I | Manuka Oval, Canberra | 1:30 PM |
| Feb 21 | 3rd T20I | T20I | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 2:00 PM |
| Feb 24 | 1st ODI | ODI | The Gabba, Brisbane | 9:00 AM |
| Feb 27 | 2nd ODI | ODI | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 9:00 AM |
| Mar 1 | 3rd ODI | ODI | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 9:00 AM |
| Mar 6–9 | Only Test | Day-Night Test | WACA Ground, Perth | 1:30 PM |
Series Duration: 3 Weeks
Total Venues: 5
Format Breakdown
| Format | Matches |
|---|---|
| T20Is | 3 |
| ODIs | 3 |
| Test | 1 |
The series starts with T20Is, followed by ODIs, and ends with a pink-ball Test, which will be a major highlight.
Squad Updates
India Women Squad Status
The official squad from the Board of Control for Cricket in India is yet to be announced. The selection committee is expected to name the team closer to the start of the series.
Australia Women Squad Status
Cricket Australia has also not released their squad yet. Updates will come as the series approaches.
India Women vs Australia Women – Head-to-Head
ODI Record
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 59 |
| India Wins | 11 |
| Australia Wins | 48 |
| Australia Win % | 81.35% |
Australia have dominated the ODI format historically.
T20I Record
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 35 |
| India Wins | 8 |
| Australia Wins | 26 |
| No Result | 1 |
Australia again hold a strong advantage in T20Is.
Test Record
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 11 |
| India Wins | 1 |
| Australia Wins | 4 |
| Draws | 6 |
Test matches between the two sides have been rare, making the Perth Test an important contest.
Where to Watch the Series
In India
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network (multiple languages)
In Australia
- TV: Fox Cricket
- Free-to-Air: Channel 7 (Day-Night Test)
Why This Tour Is Important
| Factor | Importance |
|---|---|
| Strong Opposition | Australia are world leaders in women’s cricket |
| Multi-format Series | Tests skills across all formats |
| ICC Preparation | Key build-up for future tournaments |
| Day-Night Test | Rare opportunity in women’s cricket |
This tour will test India’s depth, adaptability, and ability to perform in Australian conditions.
The India Women tour of Australia 2026 promises high-quality cricket across formats. Starting with T20Is in Sydney and ending with a historic pink-ball Test in Perth, the series will be a tough challenge for India against a dominant Australian side.
With strong competition, iconic venues, and full broadcast coverage, fans can expect an exciting three weeks of international women’s cricket.
