Australia Women vs Pakistan Women | Match Prediction, Dream11 Tips, Pitch Report and Preview | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
Australia Women vs Pakistan Women at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 brings together two teams which are completely opposite. Australia Women have won all three of their matches. They sit at the top of Group 1. They are most likely to reach the semi-finals. Whereas, Pakistan Women have lost all three of their games. They are already out of the tournament. This match is a mismatch on paper. Pakistan Women have nothing left to lose and will play with freedom.
Australia Women have been the best team in this World Cup so far. They are the six-time champions and are clearly likely to lift the trophy again. Pakistan Women have struggled in every department. They lost to India Women, South Africa Women, and Bangladesh Women. Their batting has collapsed in all three games.
- Match: Group 1, Match 21 | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
- Date: Tuesday, Jun 23 2026
- Time: 18:30 BST | 11:00 PM IST
- Venue: Headingley, Leeds, England
- Broadcast: Sky Sports (UK) | Star Sports Network (India) | Disney+Hotstar (India)
Australia-W vs Pakistan-W Recent Form | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
Australia Women | Last 5 T20I Results
| Match Date | Opponent | Match Type | Result | Score Summary |
| Jun 20, 2026 | Netherlands | T20 World Cup | Won by 98 runs | AUS 219/6 vs NL 121/3 |
| Jun 17, 2026 | Bangladesh | T20 World Cup | Won by 9 wickets | BAN 77/8 vs AUS 78/1 |
| Jun 14, 2026 | South Africa | T20 World Cup | Won by 65 runs | Comfortable win for Australia |
| May 2026 | India | T20 Series | Won | Australia won series |
| May 2026 | India | T20 Series | Won | Australia won series |
Pakistan Women | Last 5 T20I Results
| Match Date | Opponent | Match Type | Result | Score Summary |
| Jun 20, 2026 | Bangladesh | T20 World Cup | Lost by 23 runs | BAN 123/6 vs PAK 100/8 |
| Jun 18, 2026 | South Africa | T20 World Cup | Lost by 2 wickets | PAK 126/9 vs SA 127/8 |
| Jun 14, 2026 | India | T20 World Cup | Lost by 64 runs | IND 170/6 vs PAK 106 |
| Jun 09, 2026 | Scotland | T20 World Cup Warm-up | Lost by 41 runs (DLS) | SCO 191/5 vs PAK 62/5 |
| Jun 06, 2026 | Sri Lanka | T20 World Cup Warm-up | Lost by 9 wickets | PAK 168/8 vs SL 169/1 |
Latest Match Performance | Australia Women and Pakistan Women Last Game Results
Australia-W vs Netherlands-W | June 20 2026 | Southampton
Australia Women won by 98 runs. They scored a big total of 219/6. Beth Mooney scored 74 runs off 42 balls. The Netherlands Women could not chase the target. They only made 121/3 in 20 overs. Australia’s bowlers kept control throughout the game. This victory also improved Australia’s net run rate and kept them on top of Group 1.
Pakistan-W vs Bangladesh-W | June 20 2026 | Southampton
Bangladesh Women won by 23 runs. It was a low-scoring match. They scored 123/6 while batting first. Pakistan Women struggled while chasing the target. They were all out for 100. Captain Fatima Sana tried to help, but the rest of the team did not score enough. This loss knocked Pakistan out of the tournament.
Group 1 Points Table | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | NRR | Points |
| Australia Women | 3 | 3 | 0 | +4.391 | 6 |
| India Women | 3 | 2 | 1 | +2.511 | 4 |
| South Africa Women | 3 | 2 | 1 | -0.546 | 4 |
| Bangladesh Women | 3 | 2 | 1 | -0.641 | 4 |
| Pakistan Women | 3 | 0 | 3 | -1.857 | 0 |
| Netherlands Women | 3 | 0 | 3 | -3.384 | 0 |
Australia-W vs Pakistan-W Head to Head | T20I Record and History
Australia Women have been very dominant over Pakistan Women in T20 internationals. The most recent game between the two teams was in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Australia won comfortably by nine wickets in that match.
Overall, Pakistan Women are still searching for their first-ever T20I win against Australia women. Australia women have always looked stronger because they have more experience and players who perform well under pressure.
Headingley Pitch Report | What to Expect at Leeds
Headingley in Leeds has been a batting-friendly ground in this tournament. Teams have been scoring around 159 runs on average in the first innings from 4 matches. Fast bowlers get some help early under the lights. Batting becomes easier after the first few overs.
This match is a day-night game starting at 18:30 BST. The new ball will give fast bowlers a chance in the powerplay. A score of 150–165 is usually a good total to defend on this pitch. Strong batting teams like Australia Women can score much higher if they bat first.
Leeds Weather Forecast | Jun 23 2026
The weather forecast for Leeds on Tuesday, June 23, shows clear conditions for the match. No rain is expected during the evening session. The temperature at match start should be comfortable for cricket. The match is expected to go on without any interruption.
Australia-W vs Pakistan-W Playing XI | Jun 23 2026
| # | Player (AUS) | Role (AUS) | Player (PAK) | Role (PAK) |
| 1 | Beth Mooney | Wicketkeeper | Muneeba Ali | Wicketkeeper |
| 2 | Georgia Voll | Batter | Gull Feroza | Batter |
| 3 | Phoebe Litchfield | Batter | Ayesha Zafar | Batter |
| 4 | Ellyse Perry | All-Rounder | Iram Javed | Batter |
| 5 | Ashleigh Gardner | All-Rounder | Aliya Riaz | Batter |
| 6 | Georgia Wareham | All-Rounder | Fatima Sana (C) | All-Rounder |
| 7 | Annabel Sutherland | All-Rounder | Saira Jabeen | All-Rounder |
| 8 | Nicola Carey | All-Rounder | Tuba Hassan | Bowler |
| 9 | Sophie Molineux (C) | All-Rounder | Tasmia Rubab | Bowler |
| 10 | Alana King | Bowler | Nashra Sandhu | Bowler |
| 11 | Kim Garth | Bowler | Sadia Iqbal | Bowler |
Australia Women's Key Players to Watch
Beth Mooney | Opener and Wicketkeeper
Mooney is one of the best openers in women's cricket. She scored a match-winning 74 runs in 42 balls against the Netherlands Women in the last game. She gives Australia a strong start at the top of the order. Pakistan Women will struggle to control the run rate against her.
Annabel Sutherland | All-Rounder
Sutherland is one of the best all-rounders in the world. She has taken 46 wickets in 47 T20I innings at an economy rate of just 6.45. She can take wickets with the new ball in the middle overs. Her ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes her a match-winner in every game.
Ashleigh Gardner | All-Rounder
Gardner is a key player for Australia Women with both bat and ball. She can hit big sixes in the middle order. She also bowls tight off-spin in the middle overs. Her all-round skills give Australia Women balance. Pakistan’s batters will find it hard to score against her.
Alana King | Leg-Spinner
King is Australia women’s main leg-spinner. Her attack could cause real problems for Pakistan's batters in the middle overs. Pakistan Women could collapse if she takes early wickets.
Pakistan Women’s Key Players to Watch
Fatima Sana | Captain and All-Rounder
Fatima Sana is Pakistan's biggest hope. She has scored 780 runs in 42 innings at an average of 33.91. Her strike rate is above 136. She has also taken 55 wickets in her career. She fought hard against South Africa Women with both bat and ball. Pakistan Women need her to lead from the front again.
Muneeba Ali | Opener and Wicketkeeper
Muneeba Ali is a reliable opener for Pakistan. She scored 41 runs in 35 balls against India Women earlier in the tournament. She even made a century against Ireland Women. Pakistan Women need her to give the team a solid start at the top.
Aliya Riaz | Middle-Order Batter
Aliya Riaz is one of Pakistan's most experienced batters. She brings stability to the middle order. Pakistan Women will need her to bat long. Aliya is a reliable player of the Pakistan women’s team.
Australia Women vs Pakistan Women Squad Comparison | ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026
| Category | Australia Women | Pakistan Women | Stronger Side | Reason |
| Openers | B. Mooney, G. Voll | M. Ali, G. Feroza | Australia | Greater consistency and strike rate. |
| Middle Order | P. Litchfield, E. Perry, A. Gardner | A. Riaz, I. Javed, A. Zafar | Australia | Depth and international experience. |
| All-Rounders | A. Sutherland, S. Molineux, N. Carey | F. Sana, S. Jabeen | Australia | Superior depth in dual-skill players. |
| Pace Bowling | K. Garth, M. Schutt | F. Sana, D. Baig | Australia | More disciplined and accurate lines. |
| Spin Bowling | A. King, G. Wareham | S. Iqbal, N. Sandhu, T. Hassan | Even | Both sides have high-quality spin options. |
| Wicketkeeper | Beth Mooney | Muneeba Ali | Australia | Higher batting consistency. |
| Captain | Sophie Molineux | Fatima Sana | Australia | Tactical experience and team form. |
| World Cup Exp. | Six-time champions | Developing side | Australia | Proven history of tournament success. |
Who Will Win Australia-W vs Pakistan-W | Match Prediction Jun 23 2026
Australia Women are the strong favourites for this match. They have won all three games by big margins. Pakistan Women have nothing to lose as they are already out of the tournament. They have struggled to chase even a small total in the matches they have played so far. Australia women should be expected to win this match comfortably.
- Predicted Winner: Australia Women
- Predicted Margin: 7 to 8 wickets, or 50 to 70 runs if batting first
Best Fantasy XI | Australia Women vs Pakistan Women | Dream11 Picks June 23 2026
| Player | Team | Role |
| Beth Mooney | Australia Women | Wicketkeeper |
| Georgia Voll | Australia Women | Batter |
| Phoebe Litchfield | Australia Women | Batter |
| Ashleigh Gardner (C) | Australia Women | All-Rounder |
| Annabel Sutherland | Australia Women | All-Rounder |
| Alana King | Australia Women | Bowler |
| Sophie Molineux | Australia Women | All-Rounder |
| Fatima Sana (VC) | Pakistan Women | All-Rounder |
| Muneeba Ali | Pakistan Women | Wicketkeeper |
| Sadia Iqbal | Pakistan Women | Bowler |
| Aliya Riaz | Pakistan Women | Batter |
Captain: Ashleigh Gardner
Gardner is the must-pick captain for this match. She contributes with both bat and ball in every game. She can hit big runs in the middle order. She is the safest high-points pick in this game.
Vice Captain: Fatima Sana
Fatima Sana is Pakistan Women’s best all-rounder. She fights hard even when the team is struggling. She has scored 65 runs and taken 8 wickets in this tournament. She is the one Pakistan Women player who can earn big fantasy points against Australia.
Differential Pick: Beth Mooney
Mooney is in top form after her 74 runs against the Netherlands Women. She opens the batting and also takes crucial wickets. She is a safe pick for this match.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is expected to win the Australia Women vs Pakistan Women match on Jun 23 2026?
Australia Women are strong favourites to win. They have won all three matches so far. The team sits in first place in the points table so far.
What is the head-to-head record between Australia Women and Pakistan Women in T20Is?
Australia Women dominate the head-to-head record. They beat Pakistan Women by nine wickets in their last meeting at the 2024 World Cup. Pakistan Women have never beaten Australia Women in a Women's T20 International.
What is the weather forecast for Leeds on Jun 23 2026?
The weather forecast shows no rain during the evening session. The match should go ahead without any interruption.
Who are the key players to watch in the Australia Women vs Pakistan Women match?
Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, and Alana King are the key players for the Australia Women's team. For Pakistan Women, captain Fatima Sana and opener Muneeba Ali are the most important players.
What time does the Australia-W vs Pakistan-W match start in India?
The match starts at 11:00 PM IST on Tuesday, June 23 2026. The toss will take place at 10:30 PM IST.
Where can I watch Australia Women vs Pakistan Women live in India and the UK?
In India, watch it live on Star Sports Network and stream on Disney+Hotstar. In the UK, the match is live on Sky Sports.
Who is the best Dream11 captain pick for Australia-W vs Pakistan-W?
Ashleigh Gardner is the best captain pick. She is one of the most consistent all-rounders in the world.
Why are Pakistan Women already out of the tournament?
Pakistan Women have lost all three of their matches to India Women, South Africa Women, and Bangladesh Women. The team has no points. They can no longer reach the semi-finals.