Tuesday’s first women’s ODI at the Gabba pits a confident Indian team against a formidable Australia, following India’s T20I series success. Under Harmanpreet Kaur, the visitors aim to shatter their ODI series curse in Australia, unbeaten in 12 attempts.
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Expectations soar for Smriti Mandhana post-T20 heroics, with Shefali Verma, Deepti Sharma, and Jemimah Rodrigues ready to shine—especially Rodrigues versus Aussie pace. Renuka Singh and Kranti Gaud spearhead bowling, Amanjot Kaur balancing act crucial.
Australia rebounds with Alyssa Healy’s retirement series motivation. Four ODI wins in five games bolster them, yet India’s three straight triumphs breed belief.
Momentum meets mastery in Brisbane. India’s date with destiny could redefine women’s cricket rivalries.