India's Women's Cricket Team Clinches Victory in T20 Series Against Australia

India, 28 December 2025 — The Indian women's cricket team secured a series victory against Australia by winning the third T20 International match held in Mumbai on Tuesday. India triumphed with a six-wicket win, chasing down the target of 150 runs comfortably. Smriti Mandhana played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 70 runs that anchored the team's chase.
The match saw India opting to bowl first after winning the toss. The decision paid off as the Indian bowlers restricted Australia to 149 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs. Deepti Sharma was the standout performer with the ball, claiming three wickets for 22 runs.
The series win marks an important milestone for the Indian team, enhancing their confidence ahead of the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup. This victory also highlights the growing competitiveness of the Indian women's cricket team on the international stage.
This series comprised five matches, with India clinching the victory by securing three wins. The final two matches of the series are slated to be played in Bengaluru, with both teams looking to fine-tune their preparations for the global tournament.
India's performance in this series has been hailed by cricket analysts as a testament to their improving skills and strategic acumen. With the T20 World Cup on the horizon, the Indian team aims to build on this success and achieve greater heights.