Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women Prediction, 2nd ODI – 11 October 2026

Australia Women enter the second ODI with a 1–0 series lead after defeating Bangladesh Women by seven wickets in the opening match at Allan Border Field, Brisbane. The key question for the second game is whether Bangladesh can improve their batting against Australia’s experienced bowling attack or whether the hosts will secure the series with another convincing performance.

The match is part of Bangladesh’s historic first bilateral ODI tour of Australia. Bangladesh were dismissed for 166 in the first ODI, with Annabel Sutherland taking four wickets for 30 runs. Australia then chased the target in just 25.4 overs, led by Phoebe Litchfield’s 77 from 57 deliveries.

Australia have a formidable record at Allan Border Field, where their victory in the opening match extended their unbeaten ODI run at the venue to 22 matches. Bangladesh will need a much stronger start and greater resistance through the middle overs to challenge that record.

The first match also highlighted the difference in the teams’ ability to convert starts into substantial innings. Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana made 29 from 86 balls, while Ritu Moni top-scored with 45. Those contributions helped Bangladesh bat for 49.4 overs, but the team could not accelerate sufficiently to post a competitive total.

Australia’s batting depth gives them a clear advantage, but Bangladesh can still make the second ODI more competitive by improving their powerplay batting and reducing the number of wickets lost to attacking deliveries. The visitors also need their bowlers to find a way to slow Australia’s scoring once Litchfield and the other top-order batters settle.

Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women Match Details

The series is part of the ICC Women’s Championship, which contributes to qualification for the 2029 Women’s ODI World Cup.

Australia Women – Last 5 ODI Matches

Australia have won three of these five matches. The opening ODI in Brisbane was a strong response after the two defeats in Bangladesh in June, with Sutherland’s four-wicket haul and Litchfield’s attacking innings highlighting the difference in execution between the teams.

Bangladesh Women – Last 5 ODI Matches

Bangladesh have won two of these five ODIs, both during the June 2026 series. Those results are important because they show the visitors can challenge Australia when their batting produces a substantial total and their bowlers take wickets at regular intervals.

Recent Form Comparison

Australia Women Preview

Australia have a strong opportunity to take an unassailable 2–0 lead in the series. Their opening victory was built on disciplined bowling followed by an aggressive chase, and the same combination should make them favourites in the second ODI.

Batting Strength

Phoebe Litchfield is the key attacking batter after scoring 77 from 57 balls in the first match. Her ability to score square of the wicket and find boundaries without needing an extended period to settle puts pressure on the opposition immediately.

Beth Mooney provides a more controlled presence in the top order, while Ellyse Perry, Tahlia McGrath and Ashleigh Gardner offer experience through the middle order. Annabel Sutherland adds considerable value because she can contribute with both bat and ball.

Australia’s batting depth gives them the flexibility to rebuild after an early wicket or accelerate if they get a strong start. Their objective should be to keep the scoreboard moving without exposing the middle order to unnecessary pressure.

Powerplay

Australia should look to exploit fielding restrictions, but Bangladesh’s new-ball bowlers may find assistance if the conditions remain similar to the first ODI. The hosts need to avoid gifting wickets to deliveries outside off stump and should target loose balls rather than forcing the pace.

Middle Overs

The middle overs are an opportunity for Australia to control the match through partnerships. Perry, McGrath and Gardner can rotate strike against spin before accelerating, while Sutherland provides another option if the innings needs rebuilding.

Death Overs

Australia’s batting depth gives them a clear advantage in the final 10 overs. Even if they lose wickets in the middle phase, Gardner, Perry and Sutherland can provide late acceleration. If Australia bowl second, Schutt and Sutherland will be central to controlling the final overs.

Bowling Strength

Megan Schutt made an immediate impact in the first ODI, taking two early wickets and reaching 150 career ODI wickets. Annabel Sutherland then claimed four wickets for 30 runs, while the other bowlers maintained pressure through the innings.

Australia should again attack Bangladesh’s top order early. Their pace options can exploit bounce and movement, while Alana King and Georgia Wareham provide spin options through the middle overs.

The key tactical point is to avoid allowing Nigar Sultana and Ritu Moni to settle into another long partnership. Australia should keep attacking fields for the set batter while using spin to build pressure at the other end.

Bangladesh Women Preview

Bangladesh face a difficult challenge after losing the opening match, but their recent ODI performances show they are capable of competing with Australia. They beat Australia twice in June 2026, including an 86-run victory under the DLS method, so their task is to reproduce that level of batting and bowling execution.

Batting Strength

Ritu Moni was Bangladesh’s leading scorer in the first ODI, making 45 from 63 deliveries. Captain Nigar Sultana contributed 29, but her innings of 86 balls did not generate enough momentum to take Bangladesh beyond 200.

Bangladesh need to balance caution with scoring intent. Nigar can anchor the innings, but the other batters must rotate the strike and put away scoring opportunities rather than leaving the captain to carry the responsibility for too long.

Sobhana Mostary, Sharmin Akter and Shorna Akter offer additional batting options. Farzana Haque also brings experience to the squad, although Bangladesh need their selected top order to establish partnerships rather than repeatedly rebuilding after early wickets.

Powerplay

Bangladesh’s first priority should be to avoid another poor start. Megan Schutt dismissed a batter with the first ball of the previous match and struck again in her next over.

The openers must be selective against the new ball, particularly outside off stump, while maintaining a scoring rate that does not leave the middle order with too much work later.

Middle Overs

Bangladesh need to build at least two meaningful partnerships through the middle overs. Nigar Sultana and Ritu Moni can provide stability, but the team also needs one batter to accelerate once established.

Australia’s spin options will test Bangladesh’s ability to rotate strike. Using singles and twos consistently will be essential to prevent pressure from building and forcing risky shots.

Death Overs

Bangladesh reached 166 in 49.4 overs in the first ODI, which left too much scoring opportunity unused. The lower order must be prepared to attack when wickets are available, rather than relying on a late burst after the required run rate has already become difficult to manage.

Bowling Strength

Nahida Akter is Bangladesh’s most important spin option. Her control through the middle overs can help restrict Australia’s scoring, particularly if she bowls to a field designed to cut off singles.

Marufa Akter provides a new-ball pace option, while Rabeya Khan, Ritu Moni and Shorna Akter can contribute additional bowling. Bangladesh need to take wickets early, because allowing Litchfield and Mooney to build a partnership could make the chase difficult to control.

Their route to victory is to restrict Australia to a manageable target, then apply pressure with spin and disciplined fielding.

Team Squad & Team News

Australia Women Squad

• Tahlia McGrath (captain)
• Ashleigh Gardner (vice-captain)
• Nicola Carey
• Kim Garth
• Alana King
• Phoebe Litchfield
• Beth Mooney
• Ellyse Perry
• Megan Schutt
• Annabel Sutherland
• Georgia Voll
• Georgia Wareham

Sophie Molineux was ruled out of the ODI series with a hip injury. Lucy Hamilton was unavailable with a quad injury, while Darcie Brown was also ruled out with a back injury. Tahlia McGrath is leading Australia in this series.

Bangladesh Women Squad

• Nigar Sultana Joty (captain)
• Nahida Akter
• Shorna Akter
• Marufa Akter
• Rabeya Khan
• Ritu Moni
• Sobhana Mostary
• Sarmin Sultana
• Sharmin Akter Supta
• Sanjida Akther Maghla
• Sultana Khatun
• Dilara Akter
• Farzana Haque
• Disha Biswas
• Murshida Khatun
• Habiba Islam Pinky

Nahida Akter is the vice-captain. Farzana Haque returned to the ODI setup, Murshida Khatun returned after last playing in January 2025, and Disha Biswas and Habiba Islam were included as young additions.

Probable Playing XI

Probable XIs are subject to official team announcements and the toss.

Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women Fantasy / Dream11 Prediction

Captain Options

1. Annabel Sutherland — Took four wickets for 30 runs in the first ODI and can also contribute with the bat.
2. Phoebe Litchfield — Scored 77 from 57 deliveries in the opening match.

Vice-Captain Options

1. Ashleigh Gardner — Offers batting and bowling opportunities.
2. Nahida Akter — Bangladesh’s key spin option, with the potential to take wickets and restrict scoring.

Fantasy suggestions are for informational purposes only and are not guaranteed to produce points or returns.

Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women Head-to-Head

Last 5 Head-to-Head ODIs

Australia have won three of the last five meetings, while Bangladesh have won two. The June series shows that Bangladesh can trouble Australia when they score heavily and maintain pressure with the ball. The latest result, however, was a comfortable Australian victory.

Pitch Report

Allan Border Field has historically offered assistance to bowlers, with movement for pace and spin both mentioned by Australia’s players after the first ODI. Megan Schutt highlighted the extra bounce at the venue, while Annabel Sutherland used changes of pace and length to take four wickets.

Bangladesh’s total of 166 suggests that batters will need patience early in the innings. The new ball may reward disciplined seam bowling, while spin could become important once the field spreads and batters need to rotate strike.

Australia’s top order showed that a controlled chase is possible when batters play positively without taking excessive risks. Litchfield’s 77 from 57 balls was the clearest example of how to score at a high rate once settled.

For Bangladesh, the priority is to build partnerships and avoid losing multiple wickets in a short period. Their bowlers must also be prepared to vary pace and length rather than offering predictable deliveries to Australia’s attacking batters.

The first ODI is the most relevant guide to the second match. A total around 200–230 may be competitive if the bowling side takes early wickets, but the score required will depend on the surface and conditions on match day.

Weather Report

Cricket Australia’s series preview flagged a chance of thunderstorms for Sunday, October 11. The available information does not establish a precise rain probability, so it would be misleading to assign one.

DLS/Interruption Risk: Moderate

Rain could interrupt play, and a shortened match would change the value of wickets and the required scoring rate. Teams should be prepared for a DLS-adjusted contest if conditions deteriorate. Dew is not a sufficiently verified factor to drive the prediction.

Broadcast Details

In Australia, the series is listed for coverage on Channel 7, 7plus, Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports and ABC radio.

The match starts at 9:20 AM IST. Viewers outside Australia should check their local broadcaster or streaming service for territorial availability.

Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women Toss Prediction & Strategy

If Australia Women win the toss

Australia can consider bowling first, particularly if the forecast suggests early cloud or rain. Their pace attack was effective in the first ODI, and Schutt and Sutherland could put Bangladesh under pressure again.

However, if conditions are dry and the pitch looks good for batting, Australia have sufficient depth to post a target and defend it. The toss should therefore be decided by the actual conditions rather than a fixed preference.

If Bangladesh Women win the toss

Bangladesh should consider batting first if conditions are dry. Their main priority is to post a stronger total than 166 and give their bowlers enough runs to defend.

If there is visible cloud or rain approaching, bowling first may be the better option, allowing Bangladesh to assess the target if the match is shortened.

Toss Prediction

Predicted toss winner: Australia Women

This is a prediction only; the toss itself is a 50-50 event.

ODI Score Prediction

Winning Chances

Why the Win Percentage?

The main reasons for Australia’s 82% estimate are their superior bowling performance in the first ODI, their ability to chase a target quickly and their outstanding record at Allan Border Field.

Bangladesh’s probability remains above zero because they have already beaten Australia twice in the recent June ODI series. The visitors need a better powerplay, a stronger middle-order contribution and early wickets to change the balance.

Key ODI Player Matchups

Key Batting & Bowling Targets

Expected Top Batter

Phoebe Litchfield — Her 77 in the first ODI showed that she can score quickly against Bangladesh’s bowling attack.

Expected Top Bowler

Annabel Sutherland — Her four wickets for 30 runs in the opening match make her Australia’s leading bowling threat for this fixture.

Potential X-Factor

Nahida Akter — Bangladesh need her to control the middle overs and take wickets if they are to prevent Australia from building another comfortable chase.

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