Published on: Mar 5, 2026 1:05 pm IST | Updated on: Mar 5, 2026 1:05 pm IST
The Indian women took the 3-match T20I series 2-1, whereas the hosts bounced back to crush the Indian eves in the 3-match ODI series 3-0. Now it’s time for the only Test of this India women’s tour of Australia to take the center stage. The iconic Western Australia Cricket Association (WACA) ground in Perth is all set to host this Pink ball Test, which will be the second day-night Test for the Indian women. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for the only Test of the India Women’s Tour of Australia 2026 at the W.A.C.A., Perth.
The Aussie women have always been one step ahead of the Indian women when it comes to the Women’s Test matches. The Indian women have never won a Test match against the Aussie women in Australia, and the record is expected to continue at the WACA. The hosts are in terrific form after pummeling the Indian women 0-3 in the ODIs. Therefore, expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of the hosts who are brimming with confidence. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the only Test of the India Women’s Tour of Australia 2026 at the W.A.C.A., Perth.
AUS-W: 71% win chance IND-W: 29% win chance
The last time when Shafali Verma played a Test match, she remained unbeaten after scoring a double century in the first innings and 24* in the following innings. Shafali will be a key batter for the Indian women at the top.
The Indian vice-captain has been in some form oflate in Test cricket. She has scored 629 runs in her last 7 Test matches at a scintillating average of 57.18.
In her last Test innings at this venue, Sutherland scored a brilliant double ton against the South African women. She will be a key figure for the Aussie women in the middle order.
The Aussie skipper will be playing her final international game. She is fresh off a dominating knock in the last ODI against India women and will be looking to end her illustrious career with another big knock.
Check out our prediction for the AUS-W vs IND-W Only Test of the India Women’s Tour of Australia 2026 at the W.A.C.A., Perth.
India Women face a monumental challenge as they prepare for the upcoming one-off Test at the WACA, hoping to secure their first-ever victory on Australian soil. Historically, the Aussies have always held the upper hand in women’s Test cricket, with India yet to register a single win against them in this format down under. The pace-friendly conditions at Perth’s WACA Ground are expected to favor Australia’s seam attack, making the task even tougher for the visitors.
For India, the key lies in resilience and adaptability. Their batters must counter the bounce and movement early on, while their bowlers need to exploit any cracks and uneven bounce that the surface may offer. Leadership and composure will be crucial, as Australia’s depth and experience in home conditions remain formidable.
While the record suggests Australia are favorites, India Women have shown steady progress in recent years. A disciplined performance could help them challenge the odds and script history. The question remains: can they rise above past struggles and finally break the jinx in Perth?
Australia Women will head into the upcoming Test as firm favorites to start off, given their unmatched record against India in this format. The Aussies have consistently dominated encounters, especially at home, where their pace attack thrives on lively surfaces. Playing at the WACA, conditions are expected to suit their seamers perfectly, offering bounce and movement that can trouble India’s batters.
Australia’s batting depth also gives them a significant edge, with experienced campaigners capable of handling pressure and building big totals. Their ability to adapt quickly to home conditions, coupled with a strong fielding unit, makes them a formidable force. India, meanwhile, will need to overcome both history and conditions, as they have never beaten Australia in a women’s Test match.
While the visitors will look to challenge with resilience and discipline, the hosts’ superior balance and familiarity with the WACA pitch make them clear favorites. For Australia, this match is an opportunity to assert dominance early and set the tone for the series, reinforcing their stature as one of the strongest sides in women’s Test cricket. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 12 AUS-W won: 4 IND-W won: 1 No Result: 0 Drawn: 7 RECENT form INDIA WOMEN: D D W W W RECENT form AUSTRALIA WOMEN: D W L W W
Only 12 times have Indian women and Australian women collided in women’s Test matches. Australian women have dominated by winning 4 games, whereas Indian women have won only a solitary fixture. As many as 7 games between the two sides have ended in a draw.
How will the two teams, i.e., the Indian and Australian women, fare in the only Test match of the India Women’s Tour of Australia 2026? Let’s take a look.
Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Voll, Annabell Sutherland, Alyssa Healy (C), Beth Mooney (WK), Ellyse Perry/Georgia Wareham, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Lucy Hamilton, Darcie Brown, Alana King
Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Harleen Deol/Pratika Rawal, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Richa Ghosh (WK), Amanjot Kaur, Deepti Sharma, Kashvee Gautam, Sayali Satghare, Kranti Gaud
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the only Test match of the India Women’s Tour of Australia 2026 between India Women and Australia Women at the W.A.C.A., Perth.
At the WACA in Perth, pacers enjoy bowling as the surface offers ample pace and bounce. Australia Women are expected to bat first, using the pace-friendly surface to post a strong total. India Women, however, may prefer bowling early to exploit morning movement. Conditions favor the hosts, making batting first the safer option.
The online live streaming of the only Test of the India Women’s Tour of Australia 2026 will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage will take place on Star Sports Network channels.
Playing a Test match at the W.A.C.A. means pace and bounce. The hosts’ Aussie women last played a Test match here against the South African women and completely outclassed them. Once again, they will be on the money against the Indian women and are the favorites to register their 5th win over this opposition. Therefore, as per our prediction, Australia Women is expected to win the AUS-W vs IND-W only Test of the India Women’s Tour of Australia 2026.
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