Australia Women vs West Indies Women 3rd ODI: Probable XIs, Match Prediction, Pitch Report, Weather Forecast, and Live Streaming Details
The action now boils down to the final ODI of the three-match series between Australia Women and West Indies Women. It is set to be a potential decider, with the series poised 1-0 in favor of Australia. The Junction Oval in Melbourne will stage this all-important clash on Saturday, October 14.
Hosts Australia Women took their opponents to the cleaners in the opening game to register a clinical eight-wicket victory. West Indies Women were bolstered by the return of skipper Hayley Matthews for the second game.
However, their batters struggled once again. The game was reduced to 29 overs due to rain. West Indies Women could only manage 107/8 in 25.3 overs before rain interrupted once again, only to have the final say this time around.
The encounter was therefore abandoned eventually. Alyssa Healy and Co. thus maintain their 1-0 lead going into the final ODI. Alana King and Annabel Sutherland were all over the visitors’ batters, grabbing three wickets apiece.
Both teams have all to play for, with the series on the line. The West Indies Women can now only draw level with a win here.
On the other hand, the hosts will have to continue their fine showing to clinch the series. Hence, it is expected to be a mouth-watering contest as the two sides battle it out for one last time.
Australia Women vs West Indies Women Match Details:
Match: Australia Women vs West Indies Women, 3rd ODI, West Indies Women tour of Australia 2023
Date and Time: October 14, 2023, Saturday, 4:35 am IST
Venue: Junction Oval, Melbourne
Australia Women vs West Indies Women Pitch Report
The pitch at the Junction Oval in Melbourne has proven to be a dicey track to bat on. Scoring runs will not be as easy early on in the game. Pacers and spinners will find assistance that they should look to exploit. The team winning the toss will be keen to bowl first and chase the total at this venue.
Australia Women vs West Indies Women Weather Forecast
Scattered showers are expected on the match day with precipitation of 50%. The temperature is expected to hover around 16 degrees Celsius with a humidity of 59%.
Australia Women vs West Indies Women Probable XIs
Australia Women
Probable XI
Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Beth Mooney, Tahlia McGrath, Ashleigh Gardner, Ellyse Perry, Phoebe Litchfield, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt, Alana King
West Indies Women
Probable XI
Hayley Matthews (c), Zaida James, Rashada Williams (wk), Stafanie Taylor, Shemaine Campbelle, Shabika Gajnabi, Chinelle Henry, Aaliyah Alleyne, Cherry-Ann Fraser, Shamilia Connell, Karishma Ramharack
Australia Women vs West Indies Women Match Prediction
Australia Women are 1-0 up heading into the final showdown of the series. Despite the second game being called off, they put up an impressive effort with the ball.
West Indies Women failed to dominate with the bat, as has been the case throughout the two ODIs. Hayley Matthews was ineffective on her return. However, the visitors will bank on her to come out all guns blazing.
With balanced performance and momentum on their side, the Australian Women are expected to bag the series.
Prediction: Australia Women to win this contest.
Australia Women vs West Indies Women Live Streaming details and channel list
TV: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar