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The ICC Women's World Cup 2025 will see Australia Women (AUS-W) go up against Bangladesh Women (BAN-W) in Match 17 on Thursday, October 16, at the Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. The high-octane contest will begin at 3:00 PM IST with Australia eyeing another dominant win and Bangladesh looking to pull off a major upset after a string of defeats.
Australia Women
Australia Women have been unstoppable in this tournament so far, securing three wins and one no result in their four matches. In their last match against India Women, they created history by chasing down the highest-ever total (331) in Women's ODI history. With the ball, Annabel Sutherland was outstanding, bagging five wickets while Sophie Molineux picked up three as India posted 330.
In reply, the Aussie batters displayed their trademark composure and power. Skipper Alyssa Healy led from the front with a breathtaking 142 while Ashleigh Gardner (45) and Ellyse Perry (47*) played crucial supporting roles to steer the team home. With their batting clicking and bowling firing in tandem, the Aussies will be determined to keep their unbeaten streak alive and strengthen their position at the top of the table.
Bangladesh Women
On the other hand, Bangladesh Women have had a tough run since their opening win over Pakistan Women, losing three consecutive matches. In their most recent game against South Africa Women, they fought hard but eventually succumbed to a 3-wicket defeat.
Batting first, Bangladesh posted 232/6, courtesy of fine half-centuries from Sharmin Akhter and Shorna Akter. However, despite wickets from Nahida Akter (2) and one each from Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatun and Ritu Moni, they couldn't defend the total as South Africa chased it down with three balls to spare. The Asian side will need a complete team performance both with the bat and ball if they are to challenge the world champions.
AUS-W vs BAN-W head-to-head overview
Australia Women and Bangladesh Women have faced each other four times in One-Day Internationals, with the Aussies winning all four encounters.
Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium pitch report
The pitch in Visakhapatnam is famous for being batting-friendly, offering true bounce and excellent value for stroke-play, as seen in the last game, where over 650 runs were scored. Spinners tend to come into play as the game progresses, while pacers must capitalise on early swing and use slower variations later on. Notably, teams batting second have won seven of the eight Women's ODIs at this venue. The captain winning the toss is expected to field first.
Australia Women and Bangladesh Women’s probable playing XI
Australia Women
Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt
Bangladesh Women
Rubya Haider, Fargana Hoque, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter
Top run scorers in AUS-W vs BAN-W ODIs
We are considering only the players from the current squad.
Beth Mooney: 120 Runs
The left-hander has scored 120 runs in 4 innings at an average of 60.00 with a top score of 66*. Her ability to pace her innings perfectly makes her a vital cog in Australia's middle order.
Alyssa Healy: 87 Runs
Australian captain, Alyssa Healy has scored 87 runs in 4 innings, including a high of 33. She remains the team's most explosive batter at the top.
Annabel Sutherland: 84 Runs
The rising all-rounder has contributed 84 runs in 2 innings at a strike rate of 73.04 with a top score of 58*. Her late-order acceleration has been a game-changer for Australia.
Top wicket-takers in AUS-W vs BAN-W ODIs
We are considering only the players from the current squad.
Ashleigh Gardner: 10 Wickets
The dynamic all-rounder has taken 10 wickets in 4 matches at a phenomenal average of 9.20, including a best of 3/22. Her spin variations and sharp bounce make her a constant threat.
Kim Garth: 5 Wickets
Kim Garth has impressed with 5 wickets in 2 matches at an average of 7.40 and an economy of 2.64 with a best of 3/11.
Sophie Molineux: 5 Wickets
The left-arm spinner has also bagged five wickets in 2 games, maintaining an astonishing economy of 1.94, underlining Australia's spin depth.
AUS-W vs BAN-W stats
Australia Women’s records
- Beth Mooney has scored 448 runs in 9 ODIs in 2025 at a strike rate of 102.98, including two hundreds and two fifties.
- Ashleigh Gardner has amassed 363 runs in 9 matches this year at a strike rate of 106.45, including two centuries.
- Alyssa Healy has contributed 361 runs in 9 ODIs this year at a strike rate of 108.73, including one century and one fifty.
- Annabel Sutherland is the leading wicket-taker in the tournament so far, with 10 wickets in 3 matches at an exceptional average of 8.10 and economy of 2.96.
- Alana King has picked up 15 wickets in 9 ODIs this year at 5.32 economy, while Kim Garth has added 12 wickets in 8 games at 4.71 economy.
- Megan Schutt vs Fargana Hoque in ODIs: 1 run, 23 balls, 1 dismissal.
- Ashleigh Gardner vs Nigar Sultana in ODIs: 18 runs, 36 balls, 0 dismissal.
- Ellyse Perry vs Fahima Khatun in ODIs: 6 runs, 3 balls, 0 dismissals
Bangladesh Women’s records
- Bangladesh Women have played 6 ODIs in India, losing all of them.
- Sharmin Akhter is their top scorer in 2025 with 449 runs in 12 matches, including four fifties.
- Nigar Sultana has piled up 393 runs in 12 ODIs this year at a strike rate of 73.87, including one century and three fifties.
- Fahima Khatun has taken 16 wickets in 11 ODIs in 2025 at 4.21 economy, including a five-wicket haul.
- Nahida Akter has been consistent with 15 wickets in 12 matches this year at 4.06 economy.
- Marufa Akter vs Alyssa Healy in ODIs: 13 runs, 24 balls, 1 dismissal.
- Fahima Khatun vs Beth Mooney in ODIs: 13 runs, 17 balls, 1 dismissal.
Records that can be broken in AUS-W vs BAN-W Match 17 of 2025 Women’s World Cup
- Ellyse Perry requires 86 runs to reach 4500 ODI runs, 8 fours to complete 400 ODI fours and 2 sixes to reach 50 ODI sixes.
- Alyssa Healy needs 55 runs to complete 3500 ODI runs.
- Ashleigh Gardner is 13 runs short of reaching 1500 ODI runs.
- Phoebe Litchfield requires 5 fours to complete 150 ODI fours.
- Beth Mooney is 89 runs away from reaching 3000 ODI runs.
- Megan Schutt needs 3 wickets to become Australia's third-highest wicket-taker in Women's ODIs.
- Georgia Wareham requires 3 wickets to complete 50 ODI wickets.
- Fargana Hoque needs 87 runs to reach 2000 ODI runs.
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