The women’s cricket world cup 2025 continues with another exciting clash as Australia women take on Bangladesh women at ACA – VDCA Stadium in vishakapatnam. The contest bring together two sides with contrasting journeys in the tournament so far, Australia unbeaten so far in this tournament , and the other still searching for consistency and momentum.
Team Preview
Australia recent triumph against India chasing a mammoth 331 target, Alyssa Healy led from the front with a Commanding 142 , that victory not only boosted their confidence but also reaffirmed their reputation as the most balanced and composed team in world cricket.
Bangladesh women have shown genuine promise in this world cup, especially when they push South Africa to the brink in their previous match, Despite falling short, that Performance offered several positives . Their batting displayed resilience, complementing a spin unit that remains their core strength, young pacer Marufa Akter who swing ball back in and trouble top order batter with new ball, , however result have continued to slip away in crucial moments, facing a dominant Australian side, Bangladesh will aim to compete fiercely.
Head to Head Records in ODIs
Total matches played: 4
Australia won : 4
Bangladesh won: 0
No Match Result: 0
Pitch Report
The Visakhapatnam surface well known for batting friendly, also offer some help of spinners, while pace bowlers gets some movement with new ball, Average score on this wicket is 270-280.
Player to watch out
Beth Mooney : remains one of Australia’s most dependable and technically sound batters. Known for her calm presence under pressure, she effortlessly anchors innings while accelerating when required. Her adaptability across formats makes her invaluable in the middle order.
Annabel Sutherland: Her ability to contribute in both departments makes her a vital asset. With the ball, she consistently provides key breakthroughs with disciplined seam bowling, while her lower-order batting adds depth and stability
Rabeya Khan: her disciplined bowling with accuracy and variations during middle overs play vital role,also at lower order provide some valuable runs.
Marufa Akter : A young 20 years pacer with her ability to Swing ball back in with new ball and trouble top order, will crucial for the team.
Probable playing XIs
Australia
Alyssa Healy (wk/c), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney,Annabel Sutherland, Ash Gardner, Thila McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Kim Garth, Alana King , Darcie Brown
Bangladesh
Rubya Haider, Fargana Hoque, Sharmin Akter, Nigar Sultana (wk/c), Sobhana Mostary, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan, Shorna Akter, Nahida Akter, Ritu Moni, Marufa Akter
Prediction
Australia Women start as overwhelming favourites. Their batting depth, versatile bowling attack, and experience in high-pressure matches make them a formidable side. Bangladesh, on the other hand, will need a near-perfect display strong partnerships, sharp fielding, and clever bowling to cause an upset.