Women's T20 World Cup 2026: AUS vs. WI prediction, lineups, pitch report and betting tips as The Oval hosts Semi-Final 1
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The stage is set for the first semifinal of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 as Australia take on the West Indies at The Oval in London on Tuesday, June 30. With a place in the final at Lord's on the line, two of the tournament's most exciting teams go head-to-head in a high-pressure knockout clash.
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Australia have been the standout side of the competition, winning every group-stage match to finish comfortably at the top of Group A. Led by Sophie Molineux, the six-time champions sealed their semifinal berth with a six-wicket victory over India at Lord's, chasing down 171 with an over to spare. It was the highest successful run chase in Women's T20 World Cup history and another reminder of Australia's depth and ability to deliver in big moments.
The West Indies had a more challenging route to the semifinals. Hayley Matthews' side started the tournament with three straight wins before suffering defeats to England and Ireland in their final two group matches. Those early victories, however, gave them enough of a net run-rate advantage to edge past Sri Lanka and claim the second semifinal spot from Group B.
Australia will start as favorites, but the West Indies have shown they can trouble the world's best on the biggest stage. Their memorable victory over Australia in the 2016 Women's T20 World Cup final remains one of the most iconic upsets in the tournament's history. A decade later, they will hope lightning strikes twice, while Australia aim to take another step towards a record-extending seventh title.
Australia vs. West Indies Prediction: Who Will Win?
Australia head into the semifinal as clear favorites after an unbeaten group-stage campaign. The six-time champions have looked well-balanced throughout the tournament, with experienced players like Ellyse Perry continuing to deliver, Ashleigh Gardner providing impact with both bat and ball, and the batting depth making them one of the toughest teams to contain.
For the West Indies, much will depend on Hayley Matthews and Deandra Dottin. The pair have been central to the team's success, and another strong start from them will be crucial if the Windies are to challenge Australia. However, their defeats to England and Ireland exposed a lack of consistency in the middle order, something Australia's disciplined bowling attack will look to exploit.
Recent meetings also favor the Australians. They swept the West Indies in both the T20I and ODI series during their tour of the Caribbean earlier this year, giving them a clear psychological edge heading into this contest.
With greater squad depth, a more reliable batting lineup, and an impressive record in knockout matches, Australia are expected to have too much quality for the West Indies.
Prediction: Australia Women to defeat West Indies Women and qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final.
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AUS vs. WI Pitch Report: Kennington Oval, London
The Oval is expected to offer an excellent batting surface, with consistent bounce and short straight boundaries encouraging free-flowing stroke play. While the larger square boundaries reward smart running and placement, the even split between teams batting first and chasing suggests a balanced contest, making bowling first after winning the toss a likely choice.
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DETAIL
Established
1845
Capacity
27,500
Womens T-20 Int'l Matches
6
Batting First Wins
3
Batting Second Wins
3
Average First Innings Score
158
Average Runs Per Over
7.90
Average Runs Per Wicket
24.85Highest Team Innings
171/9 by ENG vs IND (2025)
Lowest Team Innings
103/8 by NZ vs ENG (2024)MORE: Today's match in Women's T20 WC | Who are the favourites to win WC?
Head-to-Head in Women's T-20I's AUS vs. WI
Australia have dominated this rivalry over the years, winning nearly 90% of their T20I meetings against the West Indies. The teams were involved in a memorable high-scoring thriller in 2023, when Hayley Matthews starred with a sensational century in a record chase, but Australia have had the upper hand more recently, completing a 3-0 T20I series sweep in the Caribbean earlier this year.
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AUS
WI
Matches Played
17
17
Matches Won
15
2
Matches Lost
2
15
Tie/ N.R
0
0
Highest Total
212/6 (2023)
213/3 (2023)
Lowest Total
110/8 (2012)
109/10 (2014)
AUS vs. WI Betting Tips
Here is our favourite betting angle for the AUS vs. WI match.
BETTING TIPS
ODDS
Beth Monney to score over 29.5
1.85 via DafabetBeth Mooney has once again been Australia's most reliable batter, carrying excellent form into the semifinal after a fluent 74 against the Netherlands in the group stage. The experienced opener also scored a match-winning 79 against the West Indies during Australia's tour of the Caribbean earlier this year, making her one of the biggest threats the Windies will need to contain at The Oval.
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Here's how both sides are likely to line up in this game:
AUS W predicted lineup to play WI W
Beth Monney (wk), Georgia Voll, Phobe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Nicola Carey, Sophie Molineux (c), Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton.
WI W predicted lineup to play AUS W
Hayley Matthews (c), Qaina Joseph, Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Stafanie Taylor, Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Jahzaera Claxton, Jannillea Glasgow, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Ashmini Munisar.
AUS vs. WI Odds: Who is the favourite for the T-20 World Cup 2026 clash?
- AUS to win: 1.04
- WI to win: 9.80
*All odds via Dafabet.
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How to watch AUS vs. WI T-20 WC 2026 match: Live Stream, TV Channel
Here is all the key information for how to watch AUS vs. WI:
- Date: 30 June, Tuesday
- Venue: Kennington Oval, London
- Time: 7:00 PM (IST)
- TV/Stream: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network