AUS-W vs WI-W Match Preview, Prediction, Timings, Lineups, Teams, and How to Watch – Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final 1

Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is at its most electric stage — and the first semi-final delivers a blockbuster clash. On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, an unbeaten Australian juggernaut meets a dangerous West Indian side that has absolutely nothing to lose. One team goes to Lord’s. The other goes home. Buckle up.

AUS-W vs WI-W Match Details

🇦🇺 Australia Women – The Perfect Machine

Australia enter the knockouts having won all five group stage matches — the most dominant run of any side in this tournament. Sophie Molineux’s squad is deep, balanced, and ruthless. With Ellyse Perry smashing 183 runs in five games and the bowling unit operating like clockwork, the Aussies are firm favourites for a seventh Women’s T20 World Cup crown.

Predicted XI: Beth Mooney (wk), Georgia Voll, Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Nicola Carey, Sophie Molineux (c), Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton

🔑 Key Players: Ellyse Perry (batting powerhouse), Ashleigh Gardner (match-winning all-rounder), Kim Garth (new-ball menace).

West Indies Women – Dangerous Underdogs

West Indies reached the semis with three wins from five group matches — scrappy, unpredictable, but absolutely alive. Under Hayley Matthews, who has racked up nine wickets with her off-spin this tournament, the Windies thrive in high-pressure knockout moments. They won the 2016 title and they know how to peak at the right time.

Predicted XI: Hayley Matthews (c), Qiana Joseph, Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Stafanie Taylor, Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Jahzara Claxton, Jannillea Glasgow, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Ashmini Munisar

🔑 Key Players: Hayley Matthews (captain & game-changer), Deandra Dottin (explosive bat), Stafanie Taylor (tournament experience personified).

Head-to-Head Record

The numbers heavily favour Australia — but West Indies are one of only two teams to have ever beaten them in this format.

Venue: Kennington Oval, London

The Oval offers a true, pacy pitch with good carry. In day-night conditions, early swing favours fast bowlers but once batters settle in, the quick outfield opens up. Dew in the second innings could assist the chasing side, making the toss crucial.

Match Prediction

Australia are the overwhelming favourites — an 80% win probability based on form, head-to-head dominance, and squad depth. But West Indies in knockout cricket are a different beast. If Matthews fires with bat and ball, and Dottin explodes at the top, The Oval could witness an almighty upset.

Our Pick: Australia Women to win, but expect West Indies to push them right to the wire.

How to Watch AUS-W vs WI-W Live

• India: JioHotstar (App & Website) – JioStar Network Channels
• UK: Sky Sports Cricket / Sky Sports App (selected matches free)
• Global: ICC.tv & ICC’s official YouTube channel
• Live Scores & Updates: ESPNcricinfo | ICC Official Match Centre

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