The action continues in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 as Australia Women prepare to face Pakistan Women in the ninth fixture of the tournament. The game will be held at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Wednesday, October 8. The Aussies, known for their consistency in major tournaments, will aim to extend their strong run with another convincing win, while Pakistan Women will be desperate to turn their campaign around after a shaky start.
Australia Women’s Recent Form
Australia Women have maintained a solid record in recent matches, boasting three wins, one loss, and one abandoned game in their last five ODIs. Their most recent fixture against Sri Lanka Women was washed out without a single delivery being bowled due to persistent rain. However, before that, the Australian side showcased their dominance with an 89-run victory over New Zealand Women in their World Cup opener.
Their momentum began earlier with a 43-run win over India Women, sealing a 2-1 victory in the bilateral ODI series. Under the leadership of Alyssa Healy, the Australian camp will look to continue their impressive form and notch up another win to strengthen their position in the points table.
Pakistan Women’s Struggles Continue
In contrast, Pakistan Women have endured a difficult patch in one-day cricket. They have managed only one win in their last five ODIs, suffering four defeats. Their campaign in the ongoing World Cup hasn’t gone as planned either — they began with a seven-wicket loss to Bangladesh Women, followed by an 88-run defeat to India Women.
Captain Fatima Sana will be hoping for a much-improved performance from her side, especially with the bat, as Pakistan aim to bounce back and register their first victory of the tournament against the formidable Australian unit.
Form Guide
- AUS-W: W L W W A
- PAK-W: L L W L L
Head-to-Head Record
Australia Women have been utterly dominant over Pakistan Women in recent years. In their last five head-to-head ODIs, the Aussies have emerged victorious on every occasion, maintaining a perfect record against the Women in Green. Given their history, Australia will enter this clash as clear favorites but cannot afford to underestimate Pakistan, who will be eager to break the streak.
Pitch and Weather Report
The R. Premadasa pitch traditionally offers a slow yet balanced surface. Early on, batters will need to be cautious as the track could be slightly tacky, but it’s expected to play true as the innings progresses. Spinners will likely come into play in the middle overs, with some turn on offer under lights.
Weather-wise, Colombo is set for a hot and humid evening, with mild dew anticipated in the second innings — something that could influence the decision at the toss.
Team Updates
Australia Women are unlikely to make any major changes to their playing XI, given their success against New Zealand in their opening fixture. Their combination of experience and all-round strength looks well-balanced.
Pakistan Women, on the other hand, may consider a few tactical adjustments, particularly in their bowling lineup, to find the right rhythm and claim their first win of the competition.
Probable Playing XIs
Australia Women:
Alyssa Healy (C & WK), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Kim Garth, Alana King, Darcie Brown.
Pakistan Women:
Muneeba Ali, Sadaf Shamas, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (C), Sidra Nawaz (WK), Rameen Shamim, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal.
Match Broadcast Details
Cricket fans can catch the live coverage of the AUS-W vs PAK-W Women’s World Cup 2025 match on the Star Sports Network. For those preferring online streaming, the match will be available live on the JioHotstar app and website.
Tournament Context & Standings
- Points Table Snapshot: After two matches, India stand atop the table with 4 points. Australia sit second with 3 points (one win, one no-result). Pakistan remain bottom of the standings, with two matches lost and no points.
- Top Performers So Far:
• Deepti Sharma (India) leads the wicket charts with 6 wickets.
• Diana Baig (Pakistan) has taken 5 wickets in her two matches—Pakistan’s second-best.
• Sophie Devine (NZ) tops the run-scoring charts for batters. - Historic Move — All-Female Match Officials: For the first time in a Women’s ODI World Cup, the full panel of umpires and match officials is female — a landmark for gender representation in cricket officiating.
With the defending champions in fine touch and Pakistan desperate to find form, this encounter at Colombo promises to be an intriguing battle. Australia will look to assert their authority once again, while Pakistan will aim to pull off an upset and revive their World Cup campaign.
Get ready for another electrifying World Cup clash as Australia Women take on Pakistan Women! Whether you’re backing the defending champions or hoping for a Pakistan comeback, don’t miss a single moment of the action.
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