West Indies Women vs Australia Women Prediction, 1st T20I – Who will win today’s match between WI W vs AUS W?

Published - 18 Mar 2026, 14:23 IST | Updated - 18 Mar 2026, 14:23 IST

West Indies Women will take on Australia Women in the first T20I of the three-match series on March 19 at Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent.

West Indies Women head into the series following a 2-0 defeat to Sri Lanka Women. They will be eager to bounce back and start the series on a positive note against a strong Australian side. Hayley Matthews will lead the team, with key players such as Chinelle Henry, Shemaine Campbelle, Deandra Dottin, and Jannillea Glasgow providing support.

Meanwhile, Australia Women also come into the series after a T20I loss to India but responded strongly by performing well in the ODI and Test formats. They will be keen to regain momentum in the shortest format and clinch the series. Sophie Molineux is set to lead the side, alongside experienced players like Nicola Carey, Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney, and Georgia Wareham.

The pitch at Arnos Vale Ground tends to favour the team batting first, with the average score hovering around 130-140, indicating that batting can be challenging. If a competitive total is posted, chasing could prove difficult for the opposition. Bowlers will need to be disciplined with their line and length to maximize their chances of picking up wickets.

Hayley Matthews (c), Eboni Brathwaite, Stafanie Taylor, Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Mandy Mangru (wk), Jahzara Claxton, Zaida James, Shawnisha Hector, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack

Beth Mooney (wk), Georgia Voll, Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham, Tahlia McGrath, Nicola Carey, Kim Garth, Sophie Molineux (c), Darcie Brown

Left-handed batter Phoebe Litchfield could be the key batter in this clash. She has scored 498 runs in 30 T20I matches. Her role in the middle overs will be crucial, as she can accelerate when needed and adapt effectively to different match situations.

Right-arm pacer Nicola Carey could be the key bowler in this clash. She has taken 19 wickets in 29 T20Is and appears to be in good form recently, following strong performances in the WPL. She will look to carry that momentum into the T20I series against West Indies and deliver another impactful performance.