IND-W vs AUS-W 2nd ODI: Timing, Lineups, Streaming, Pitch, Weather
The Indian women’s cricket team aims to bounce back in the 2nd ODI against Australia after losing the opener. The first match ended with Australia winning by six wickets, which increased the pressure on India. With the series at stake, the Indian team is focused on delivering an improved performance on February 27, 2026.
AUS-W vs IND-W 2nd ODI: Key Details
- Match: Australia Women (AUS-W) vs India Women (IND-W)
- Date: February 27, 2026 (Friday)
- Time: 9:20 A.M. IST / 3:50 A.M. GMT / 2:50 P.M. LOCAL
- Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart
How to Watch the 2nd ODI
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network. Additionally, fans can stream it on the JioHotstar platform.
Weather and Pitch Conditions
Weather Report
On match day, Hobart is expected to be cloudy, with a maximum temperature of around 20°C and humidity levels at 44%.
Pitch Report
The Bellerive Oval features a drop-in wicket known for its bounce and pace. Historical performance indicates favorable conditions for batting, especially noted during the recent Big Bash League.
Predicted Lineups for the 2nd ODI
Australia Women’s Squad
- Alyssa Healy (c)
- Georgia Voll
- Phoebe Litchfield
- Beth Mooney (wk)
- Annabel Sutherland
- Ash Gardner
- Sophie Molineux
- Tahlia McGrath
- Alana King
- Megan Schutt
- Darcie Brown
India Women’s Squad
- Smriti Mandhana
- Shafali Verma
- Pratika Rawal
- Harmanpreet Kaur (c)
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Richa Ghosh (wk)
- Deepti Sharma
- Shree Charani
- Kashvee Gautam
- Kranti Gaud
- Renuka Singh Thakur
Player Insights
Following the defeat in the previous match, stand-in captain Smriti Mandhana emphasized the need for improvement in batting. She reflected on the challenges of losing early wickets and noted that they need to regroup as a batting unit to secure a stronger total. Mandhana expressed confidence that the team would reflect on their performance and be better prepared for the upcoming match.
The Indian women look to channel their determination into a win in the second ODI, aiming to level the series against their formidable opponents. As the date approaches, fans eagerly await to see if India can reclaim their footing in the contest.
