BCCI announced India Women’s ODI squad for the Australia series. Shafali Verma dropped, Harleen Deol and Richa Ghosh returned.
Key Omissions and Inclusions
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed the 16-member India Women’s ODI squad for the three-match series against Australia, starting December 5.
Harmanpreet Kaur will continue to lead the side, while Smriti Mandhana serves as her deputy.
Shafali Verma, who has been struggling with form, has been dropped.
She managed only 56 runs in the recent series against New Zealand. All-rounder Shreyanka Patil also missed out, having been sidelined due to shin splints.
Harleen Deol, last seen in ODIs during the Australia series in 2023, has made her return.
With 207 runs from 10 ODIs, her consistent domestic performances earned her this comeback.
Richa Ghosh also rejoins the squad after missing the New Zealand series due to her Grade 12 exams.
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Australia’s Captain in Doubt
Australia, yet to announce their squad, faces uncertainty with skipper Alyssa Healy’s participation.
She is recovering from a knee injury sustained during the ongoing Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL).
If unavailable, Tahlia McGrath is expected to step in as captain.
ODI Series Schedule
The series begins at Allan Border Field, Brisbane, on December 5, with the second match scheduled for December 8 at the same venue. The third and final ODI will take place at WACA Ground, Perth, on December 11.
India Women’s ODI Squad:
- Harmanpreet Kaur ©
- Smriti Mandhana (vc)
- Priya Punia
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Harleen Deol
- Yastika Bhatia (wk)
- Richa Ghosh (wk)
- Tejal Hasabnis
- Deepti Sharma
- Minnu Mani
- Priya Mishra
- Radha Yadav
- Titas Sadhu
- Arundhati Reddy
- Renuka Singh Thakur
- Saima Thakor
India Women vs Australia Women ODI Records
The rivalry between India Women and Australia Women in ODIs has produced thrilling matches over the years. Here’s a summary of key records:
Overall Match Results
Australia Women dominate the ODI head-to-head records, winning most of their encounters against India Women.
Recent Matches (2024):
Australia Women defeated India Women by 190 runs on January 2, 2024, at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
They also won the December 30, 2023 match by three runs and the December 28, 2023 match by six wickets.
Historic Matches:
India Women last defeated Australia Women in a memorable match on September 26, 2021, by two wickets at Mackay.
Australia claimed a 97-run victory on March 18, 2018, at Vadodara during a dominant series performance.
Key Series Records
India Women achieved a notable victory by 36 runs against Australia during the 2017 Women’s World Cup in Derby.
Australia’s largest win against India came on March 14, 2012, by 221 runs at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
Most Competitive Games
India and Australia have had several close encounters, including a narrow three-run win for Australia on December 30, 2023.
The rivalry continues to thrill fans with each match, showcasing high-intensity performances and remarkable cricketing moments.
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