What observers say
In a commanding display, Australia Women triumphed over West Indies Women by 90 runs in the second ODI held in St Kitts on March 28, 2026. This victory not only solidifies Australia’s lead in the series, now at 2-0, but also underscores their dominance in women’s cricket.
Australia set the tone early in the match, with Beth Mooney leading the charge by scoring 65 runs off 104 balls. Her performance was pivotal in helping Australia post a competitive total, which ultimately proved too much for the West Indies to chase down. The Australian bowlers, particularly Georgia Wareham and Ash Gardner, were instrumental in dismantling the West Indies batting lineup, each claiming three wickets and restricting the opposition to a mere 179 runs in 46 overs.
The first ODI of the series had already hinted at Australia’s strength, where they set a record women’s one-day team total of 341 runs. Phoebe Litchfield shone with the bat, scoring 77 runs, while Stafanie Taylor’s impressive 105 not out for the West Indies was not enough to secure a win, as Australia restricted them to 238 runs. The stark contrast in performances between the two teams has been evident throughout the series.
In the second ODI, West Indies struggled to build partnerships, with their innings faltering under pressure. The Australian bowlers capitalized on every opportunity, with Wareham’s figures of 3 for 29 and Gardner’s 3 for 34 showcasing their skill and strategy. The West Indies’ inability to adapt to the Australian bowling attack has raised questions about their approach in the series.
Australia’s recent sweep of the three-match Twenty20 series against West Indies further emphasizes their current form and confidence. This momentum has clearly translated into the ODI format, where they have demonstrated both batting depth and bowling prowess. The West Indies, on the other hand, will need to regroup and reassess their strategies if they hope to turn the tide in the final ODI.
Looking ahead, Australia will face West Indies in the final ODI on Friday (AEDT). Observers are keen to see if the West Indies can bounce back and avoid a series whitewash, or if Australia will continue their dominant run in women’s cricket.
As the series progresses, the spotlight remains on key players like Ellyse Perry and Hayley Matthews, who have the potential to influence the outcome significantly. However, with the current trajectory of the series, Australia appears poised to maintain their upper hand.