AUS Women vs ENG Women: ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Match Preview

The AUS Women vs ENG Women match in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 promises top-quality cricket between two unbeaten teams. Both sides have dominated the tournament so far with four wins and one no result each. 

As the competition moves to Indore’s Holkar Cricket Stadium, the excitement grows. Fans expect a close contest between the tournament’s best batting and bowling units. Every run and wicket will matter in this high-stakes encounter. 

Let’s take a closer look at the team form, top performers, and what to expect when AUS W vs ENG W takes the field.

Match Details

Detail	Information
Match	23rd Match (D/N) – ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
Teams	AUS Women vs ENG Women
Date	Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Venue	Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
Start Time	2:30 PM (Pakistan Standard Time)
Match Type	50-over, Day/Night

Team Form and Recent Performance

Australia Women

Australian Women have looked unbeatable in this World Cup. They have won four of their five matches, with one match abandoned due to rain. Their form has been consistent, built on aggressive batting and tight bowling.

• vs BAN Women: Won by 10 wickets (151 balls remaining)
• vs IND Women: Won by 3 wickets
• vs PAK Women: Won by 107 runs
• vs SL Women: Abandoned
• vs NZ Women: Won by 89 runs

Their performance shows control in every department. The top order delivers strong starts while their bowlers finish games with discipline.

England Women

England Women have matched Australia step for step. They also have four wins and one no result. Their recent form shows confidence and teamwork.

• vs IND Women: Won by 4 runs
• vs PAK Women: No result
• vs SL Women: Won by 89 runs
• vs BAN Women: Won by 4 wickets
• vs SA Women: Won by 10 wickets

The English side plays with balance. Their bowlers defend tight totals while the batters chase targets calmly. Both teams now share the top two spots on the points table with 9 points each.

Current Standings

Team	Matches	Wins	Losses	No Result	Points	NRR
Australia Women	5	4	0	1	9	1.818
England Women	5	4	0	1	9	1.490

The table highlights how close these two sides are. The winner in Indore could take the top position before the semifinals.

Batters to Watch

Phoebe Litchfield (AUS-W)

• Matches: 4
• Runs: 179
• Average: 59.66

Litchfield remains one of the dangerous openers in the Australian side. She sets the tone early and keeps the scoreboard moving. Her aggressive approach gives Australia quick starts.

Beth Mooney (AUS-W)

• Matches: 4
• Runs: 125
• Average: 41.66

Mooney has been consistent in every match. Her calm style and ability to handle pressure make her a key player for Australia in the middle overs.

Heather Knight (ENG-W)

• Matches: 5
• Runs: 235
• Average: 78.33

Heather Knight adds stability to England’s middle order. Her ability to rotate strike and find gaps makes her an important player in tight games.

Nat Sciver-Brunt (ENG-W)

• Matches: 5
• Runs: 191
• Average: 47.75

Nat Sciver-Brunt continues to lead England’s batting lineup. Her timing and placement help her build long innings under pressure.

Bowlers to Watch

Alana King (AUS-W)

• Matches: 4
• Wickets: 5
• Economy: 4.33

King’s leg-spin has troubled batters throughout the tournament. Her control and variation make her Australia’s best wicket-taking option in the middle overs.

Annabel Sutherland (AUS-W)

• Matches: 4
• Wickets: 12
• Economy: 3.26

Sutherland’s pace and accuracy create early breakthroughs. She often removes top batters and gives her team early control.

Sophie Ecclestone (ENG-W)

• Matches: 4
• Wickets: 10
• Economy: 3.27

Ecclestone remains England’s trump card. Her left-arm spin brings precision and sharp turn, especially in middle overs.

Linsey Smith (ENG-W)

• Matches: 5
• Wickets: 7
• Economy: 3.29

Smith adds variety to England’s attack. She bowls with patience and targets weak batters efficiently.

Head-to-Head Record

Date	Winner	Margin
16-Jan-2025	AUS Women	86 runs
13-Jan-2025	AUS Women	21 runs
11-Jan-2025	AUS Women	4 wickets
18-Jul-2023	ENG Women	69 runs (DLS)
16-Jul-2023	AUS Women	3 runs

Australia leads the recent meetings 4–1. England will look to end that streak with a strong performance in Indore.

Pitch and Conditions

The match will be played at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore, known for high-scoring games. The pitch supports both batters and spinners. In the first innings, teams often reach totals near 280–300. Under lights, chasing can be easier if the dew sets in.

Weather conditions are expected to be clear, with moderate humidity. The ball might move slightly in the evening, which could help fast bowlers early on. Captains winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.

Possible Playing XIs

Australia Women (Predicted XI): Tahlia McGrath (c), Beth Mooney (wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Alana King, Megan Schutt, Sophie Molineux, Darcie Brown.

England Women (Predicted XI): Tammy Beaumont, Maia Bouchier, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Heather Knight (c), Amy Jones (wk), Sophia Dunkley, Danielle Wyatt, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell, Kate Cross.

Key Matchups

Phoebe Litchfield vs Sophie Ecclestone

This contest will be thrilling. Litchfield’s aggressive batting will test Ecclestone’s flight and control. If Litchfield survives early, Australia could post a massive total.

Nat Sciver-Brunt vs Annabel Sutherland

Both are all-rounders in great form. Sutherland’s swing could trouble Sciver-Brunt early, but once set, the English batter can dominate.

Alana King vs Amy Jones

King’s spin and Jones’s smart footwork will create exciting moments. A wicket here could swing the match either way.

Team Strengths

Australia Women

• Strong batting depth from top to lower order
• Multiple all-rounders contributing in both areas
• Consistent bowling attack with strong spinners and pacers

England Women

• Balanced side with form batters and wicket-taking bowlers
• Effective spin duo of Ecclestone and Smith
• Confidence from close wins in recent matches

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Conclusion

The AUS W vs ENG W match will define the momentum heading into the knockout stage of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. Both teams are strong and confident, with key players performing at their best. Australia’s consistency and England’s fight make this one of the most anticipated games of the tournament. 

As the lights come on at Indore, fans can expect another thrilling chapter in this classic rivalry, and they can catch every moment live on tapmad.