India Women claimed the T20I series against Australia 2-1 in February 2026, breaking Australia’s recent dominance in the format despite losing the Test and ODI legs. The two teams meet again at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in June at Lord’s, with the rivalry set to intensify.

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Series: India Women tour of Australia 2026 · Format: Test, ODI, T20I · T20I result: India won 2-1

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • India won T20I series 2–1 (13–21 Feb 2026) (Wikipedia)
  • Smriti Mandhana top-scored with 129 runs across 3 T20Is (cricket.com.au)
  • AUS-W vs IND-W WC clash set for 28 Jun 2026 at Lord’s (ESPN Cricinfo)
2What’s unclear
  • BCCI’s match record conflicts with other sources on 3rd T20I result (BCCI)
  • Broadcast channels for bilateral series matches not publicly confirmed (BCCI)
3Timeline signal
4What’s next
  • AUS-W and IND-W meet again at ICC WT20 WC 2026 on 28 Jun 2026 at Lord’s (ESPN Cricinfo)
Key facts from India Women tour of Australia 2026
Detail Value
Tour period 13 Feb – 10 Mar 2026
Series formats 1 Test, 3 ODIs, 3 T20Is
1st T20I (13 Feb) India won by 21 runs (DLS method)
2nd T20I (19 Feb) Australia won by 19 runs
3rd T20I (21 Feb) India won by 17 runs
T20I series winner India (2–1)
Top scorer (series) Smriti Mandhana – 129 runs
AUS top scorer (series) Georgia Voll – 116 runs
Next WC clash 28 Jun 2026, Lord’s, London

Which channel is IND-W vs AUS-W on?

Broadcast details for the bilateral matches in Australia were not consistently confirmed across official channels. Fans checking ahead of each match should verify listings close to game day, as scheduling can shift with weather or venue changes.

The pattern suggests Indian fans should default to Star Sports and Disney+ Hotstar, while Australian audiences rely on Nine Network or Fox Cricket for women’s internationals.

Why this matters

Without confirmed broadcaster details, viewers risk missing matches if they tune in to the wrong platform. Planning ahead using official cricket board announcements prevents last-minute scrambles on match day.

Where can I watch IND vs AUS T20 live?

The same broadcast uncertainty applies to live streaming. Disney+ Hotstar remains the primary digital platform for Indian viewers, while Australian fans have accessed matches through Kayo Sports and the Nine Network’s streaming arm.

Match-day announcements from cricket.com.au or BCCI tend to list current rights holders.

Live TV channels

  • India: Star Sports network and Disney+ Hotstar app
  • Australia: Fox Cricket (Kayo Sports) or Nine Network coverage
  • UK and global: ESPN+ or ICC’s own streaming platform where available

Online streaming services

  • Disney+ Hotstar (India, subscription required)
  • Kayo Sports (Australia)
  • ICC websites and apps for selected markets

Who won most, IND or AUS?

The overall 2025-26 tour went Australia’s way in the longer formats. Australia won both the Test and ODI series 3-0, but India struck back to claim the T20I series 2-1.

The implication: India’s T20I victory signals a psychological shift heading into the World Cup, even though Australia dominated the format that traditionally matters most in major tournaments.

Head-to-head record in T20Is before 2026 bilateral series
Period Result
Before 2026 series AUS-W beat IND-W in 4 of last 5 T20Is
Key wins for AUS October 2024, January 2024
2026 bilateral result India won 2–1 (series)

What this means: India flipped the script in the T20Is despite going in as underdogs in recent head-to-heads. The upcoming World Cup match will test whether that form carries to June.

Australia vs India women’s T20 2026: Know schedule and where to watch

The bilateral tour ran from 13 February to 10 March 2026 across three formats. The T20I leg delivered the tightest contest, with all three results going different ways.

Upcoming fixtures

  • 28 June 2026: AUS-W vs IND-W — ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, Match 30, Group 1, Lord’s Cricket Ground, London (14:30 local time)

Match venues

  • Bilateral series: North Sydney, Sydney Cricket Ground, and Canberra venues
  • World Cup: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
Editor’s note

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 runs from 12 June through 05 July 2026, with Australia’s group stage matches spread across UK venues. Lord’s is the marquee location for high-profile Group 1 clashes.

IND-W vs AUS-W T20 scorecard

The three-match T20I series produced contrasting results. Here’s the breakdown from each game.

1st T20I scorecard

  • Date: 13 February 2026
  • Venue: North Sydney
  • Result: India won by 21 runs (DLS method) — match abandoned due to rain
  • Key performer: Arundhati Reddy took 4 wickets for India
  • India posted a competitive total before rain ended play early; DLS adjusted the target in India’s favour (Wikipedia)

2nd and 3rd T20I summaries

  • 2nd T20I (19 February 2026): Australia 5/163 (20 overs) beat India 9/144 (20 overs) by 19 runs. Georgia Voll scored 88 for Australia. Series levelled 1–1 (ESPN Cricinfo)
  • 3rd T20I (21 February 2026): India 6/176 (20 overs) beat Australia 9/159 (20 overs) by 17 runs. Smriti Mandhana scored 82 for India. India clinched series 2–1 (cricket.com.au)
Bottom line: India Women took the T20I series 2-1 despite Australia dominating the Test and ODI legs. Smriti Mandhana’s 82 in the decider was the turning point. For Australia’s World Cup prep, the June clash at Lord’s offers a chance to reset — but India’s momentum is real.

India Women tour of Australia: Comparison

Three matches, three different outcomes. The comparison below captures how each side performed across the T20I series.

T20I series comparison: AUS-W vs IND-W (Feb 2026)
Match Date Result Key score
1st T20I 13 Feb 2026 India won (DLS) IND 50/1 (5.1 ov); AUS 133 (18 ov)
2nd T20I 19 Feb 2026 Australia won by 19 runs AUS 5/163 (20 ov); IND 9/144 (20 ov)
3rd T20I 21 Feb 2026 India won by 17 runs IND 6/176 (20 ov); AUS 9/159 (20 ov)

The pattern: India’s ability to win the rain-affected opener and close out the decider despite Australia posting competitive totals in between shows resilience that could prove decisive at Lord’s.

India Women tour of Australia: Timeline

  • Cricket Australia confirmed tour fixtures (Wikipedia)
  • Tour match — India beat Governor General XI by 5 wickets
  • 1st T20I — India win by 21 runs (DLS)
  • 2nd T20I — Australia win by 19 runs (series 1–1)
  • 3rd T20I — India win by 17 runs (series 2–1 to India)
  • 1st ODI — Australia win by 6 wickets (Beth Mooney 76)
  • Tour end
  • AUS-W vs IND-W — ICC WT20 WC, Match 30, Lord’s

What’s confirmed and what’s not

Confirmed

  • Tour ran 13 Feb – 10 Mar 2026
  • India won T20I series 2–1
  • Smriti Mandhana 129 series runs, Georgia Voll 116
  • ICC WC match 28 Jun 2026 at Lord’s confirmed

Unclear

  • BCCI’s record conflicts with other sources on 3rd T20I winner (needs further verification)
  • Broadcast channels not officially confirmed for bilateral matches

Australia Women vs India Women tickets

For the World Cup match at Lord’s on 28 June 2026, tickets are typically available through the ICC’s official ticketing platform and the Lord’s website. For bilateral matches in Australia, Cricket Australia handles ticket sales — check the official tour pages close to match dates.

The catch: Major women’s matches between these teams have sold out quickly, so delaying booking risks missing the game entirely.

Ticket availability

  • ICC WT20 WC tickets: icc-cricket.com/tickets (international)
  • Lord’s match tickets: lords.org (domestic UK)
  • Bilateral series: cricket.com.au (Australia)
What to watch

The Lord’s clash on 28 June will be one of the most anticipated women’s matches of the tournament. Group 1 positioning, head-to-head bragging rights, and World Cup momentum all ride on this one. Book early — tickets for Australia vs India women’s matches have sold out fast at major venues.

Quotes

Match has officially been abandoned. So the first win and points in this multi-format series will go to India. They’ll win by 21 runs.

— Commentator (Broadcaster), 1st T20I commentary (YouTube match highlights)

The opener dominated Australia’s innings in Canberra with 88 which set up a series-leveling 19-run victory.

— ESPN Report, on Georgia Voll’s 2nd T20I performance (ESPN Cricinfo match report)

Summary

India Women left Australia having lost the Test and ODI series but returned home with the T20I trophy after a 2-1 series win. Smriti Mandhana’s 129 runs across three matches, capped by an 82 in the decider, proved the difference. For Australia’s Women’s team, the June showdown at Lord’s in the World Cup offers a chance to settle the score — but India heads into that match with both the form edge and the psychological win from February.

Related reading: Women Cricket World Cup 2025 · Toronto Blue Jays World Series Championships

Additional sources

en.wikipedia.org

India’s 2-1 T20I series win over AU-W capped a competitive multi-format tour of Australia from February to March 2026, bolstering head-to-head stats ahead of the World Cup.

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Frequently asked questions

Which channel is IND-W vs AUS-W on?

Broadcast details for the bilateral series were not consistently confirmed across official channels. Indian viewers typically use Star Sports and Disney+ Hotstar; Australian viewers check Fox Cricket or Kayo Sports. Verify listings on match day through cricket.com.au or bcci.tv.

Where can I watch IND vs AUS T20 live?

Live streaming options include Disney+ Hotstar (India), Kayo Sports (Australia), and the ICC’s own platform for selected markets. Check official broadcaster announcements close to match time.

Who won most, IND or AUS?

In the 2025-26 tour, Australia won the Test and ODI series 3-0, but India won the T20I series 2-1. In recent T20I head-to-heads before this series, Australia had won 4 of the last 5 meetings.

What is the schedule for India Women tour of Australia 2026?

The tour ran from 13 February to 10 March 2026, featuring 1 Test, 3 ODIs, and 3 T20Is. Key dates: tour match on 13 Feb, T20Is on 13, 19, and 21 Feb, ODIs from 24 Feb, tour ending 10 Mar.

What are the results of recent AUS-W vs IND-W T20Is?

1st T20I (13 Feb 2026): India won by 21 runs (DLS). 2nd T20I (19 Feb 2026): Australia won by 19 runs. 3rd T20I (21 Feb 2026): India won by 17 runs. India won series 2–1.

How to get tickets for Australia Women vs India Women matches?

For the ICC WT20 World Cup, tickets are available via icc-cricket.com and lords.org. For bilateral matches in Australia, check cricket.com.au. Tickets for major women’s matches tend to sell out quickly.

Is there a live scorecard for IND-W vs AUS-W T20?

Full scorecards are available on ESPN Cricinfo, cricket.com.au, and Cricbuzz. The 2nd T20I scorecard confirms Australia’s 19-run win on 19 February 2026.

What is the head-to-head record between AUS-W and IND-W?

Before the 2026 bilateral series, Australia had won 4 of the last 5 T20I meetings. India turned the tide by winning the 2026 series 2-1. The next encounter is scheduled for the ICC WT20 World Cup on 28 June 2026 at Lord’s.