Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women, 2nd ODI: Match Preview
Australia Women welcome Bangladesh Women to Allan Border Field for the second of three ODIs in the Bangladesh Women's tour of Australia 2026-27. As the series opens on October 9, the hosts look to build on their dominant start and extend a head-to-head record that has been entirely one-sided in recent years.
Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women, 2nd ODI |
| Series | Bangladesh Women tour of Australia 2026-27 |
| Date | Sunday, 11 October 2026 |
| Start Time | 04:50 GMT / 09:20 IST / 1:50 PM AEST |
| Venue | Allan Border Field, Brisbane |
All three ODIs are being played at the same Brisbane venue, as part of the ICC Women's Championship. The 1st ODI takes place on October 9, with the 3rd and final match scheduled for October 14.
Series Context
Australia Women enter this series in commanding form, having won their last 11 bilateral ODI series. They sit atop the ICC Women's ODI Team Rankings with a rating of 163, while Bangladesh Women, ranked 7th with a rating of 73, prepare for their first-ever bilateral ODI tour of Australia.
The hosts are led by Tahlia McGrath, who steps in for regular captain Sophie Molineux, currently sidelined with a hip injury. McGrath has been in excellent touch, recently scoring 154 off 137 balls for South Australia in the Women's National Cricket League.
Bangladesh are captained by Nigar Sultana Joty and have named a strong 15-member squad. The visitors gained their first taste of Australian conditions in an October 6 tour match against Queensland Women, suffering a 72-run DLS defeat while chasing 269.
Broadcast and Live Streaming
| Region | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Channel 7, Fox Cricket | 7plus, Kayo Sports |
| India | – | FanCode |
| Bangladesh | T Sports, GTV | T Sports App, Rabbithole Prime |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | – |
| Pakistan | – | Tapmad App |
| Rest of World | – | ICC.tv |
Recent Form
Australia Women arrive on a five-match ODI winning streak, having beaten West Indies Women in their latest three ODIs and India Women in the two preceding matches. Their most recent win saw them chase down 137 with nine wickets in hand, finishing in just 19.4 overs.
Bangladesh Women have won just one of their last five ODIs, going into a two-match losing streak against Sri Lanka Women after a three-wicket victory. Their other results in that span included a no-result and a defeat.
| Team | Last 5 (newest first) | Wins | Current Streak |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUSW | W, W, W, W, W | 5 | Won 5 |
| BANW | L, L, W, N, L | 1 | Lost 2 |
Head-to-Head Record
Australia Women have won all five ODI meetings against Bangladesh Women since 2022. The most recent encounter, on 16 October 2025, ended in a comprehensive 10-wicket victory for the hosts. While the matches have spanned different venues and squads, the record remains heavily skewed in Australia's favour.
| Metric | AUSW | BANW |
|---|---|---|
| Overall ODI wins since 2022 | 5 | 0 |
| Wins in last 5 meetings | 5 | 0 |
Venue and Pitch Report
Allan Border Field has produced a wide range of ODI totals, with the 12 counted first innings ranging from 135 to 285. The average first-innings score across 13 women's ODIs at the venue stands at 220, with Australia having posted a imposing 371/8 in December 2024.
Chasing has proven the stronger route, with teams batting second winning nine of 13 women's ODIs compared with four for those defending totals. The pitch is expected to offer fast, bouncy conditions that suit pace bowlers early on.
| Venue Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Average first-innings score (women's ODIs, 2017-2026) | 220 |
| Matches won batting first | 4 |
| Matches won chasing | 9 |
| Highest total at venue | 371/8 by Australia, 2024 |
Pitch Condition: Fast & Bounce | Batting: Average | Pace Bowling: Pace & Bounce | Spin Bowling: Average
Weather Forecast
Rain is the major variable for this contest, with a 98% chance of precipitation potentially leading to interruptions or a reduced-overs contest. Dew is expected later in the day, which could make defending totals more difficult and further reinforce the preference to chase.
| Condition | Forecast at Start Time |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 21-28°C |
| Humidity | 64-89% |
| Rain Chance | 98% |
| Dew | Likely |
Predicted Playing XIs
Note: Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.
Australia Women: Georgia Voll, Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney (wk), Ashleigh Gardner, Nicola Carey, Tahlia McGrath (c), Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Lucy Hamilton, Darcie Brown
Bangladesh Women: Fargana Hoque Pinky, Sarmin Sultana, Sharmin Akhter Supta, Nigar Sultana Joty (wk), Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, MST. Ritu Moni, Nahida Akter, Sultana Khatun, Marufa Akter
No key absences have been reported for either side.
Players to Watch
| Player | Team | Role | Recent Form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoebe Litchfield | AUSW | Batter | 68* off 56 balls in latest ODI |
| Alana King | AUSW | Legspin allrounder | 5/19 in 10 overs vs West Indies |
| Nigar Sultana Joty | BANW | Wicketkeeper batter | Key middle-order figure |
| Nahida Akter | BANW | Left-arm spinner | Key spin option |
Litchfield enters as a standout batting pick after her unbeaten 68 in Australia's latest ODI, while King looks to continue her impressive spell with a five-wicket haul on her mind. For Bangladesh, Nigar Sultana Joty's wicketkeeping and middle-order batting will be crucial if they need to rebuild after early wickets, and Nahida Akter provides a vital left-arm spin option against Australia's deep lineup.
Prediction Summary
| Factor | Edge | Key Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Recent Form | AUSW | Australia have won five straight ODIs; Bangladesh have one win in five |
| Head-to-Head | AUSW | Australia lead 5-0 in ODI meetings since 2022 |
| Venue and Pitch | AUSW | Chasing sides have won nine of 13 women's ODIs here |
| Weather | Even | Rain and dew favour chasing but affect both teams |
| Team News | Even | No reported key absences for either side |
Win Probability: Australia Women 65% | Bangladesh Women 35%
Toss Prediction: The toss winner should bowl first, given that chasing sides have won nine of 13 women's ODIs at Allan Border Field, with likely dew and rain further favouring fielding.
Projected First-Innings Score: 135-285
Final Word
Australia Women are strong favourites on the strength of their form, a dominant head-to-head record, and an excellent fit with the venue's chasing-friendly pattern. Their experienced batting lineup, led by the in-form McGrath, combined with the all-round contributions of Ashleigh Gardner and Georgia Wareham, gives them considerable depth.
Bangladesh Women face a stern challenge on their historic tour, but an opportunity to test themselves against one of the world's leading ODI sides. They will need rain disruption, early wickets, and a disciplined spin effort to keep the contest competitive. Playing XIs will be announced at the toss.
Disclaimer: This match preview is for information and entertainment only. It is not betting advice.
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