Australia and England are set to clash in a high-stakes encounter of the ongoing Women's ODI World Cup at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Wednesday. As the Women's World Cup 2025 inches closer to its knockout phase, this crucial showdown will determine which team finishes the group stage undefeated.

Both sides have already sealed their semi-final berths, demonstrating their consistency and dominance throughout the tournament. But this fixture is important for both teams to maintain their unbeaten record. 

Australia, who are the defending champions, have been almost flawless in their campaign so far. With their deep batting line-up and strong bowling unit, they’ve dismantled oppositions comfortably. However, heading into this clash, Australia face a couple of hurdles. The most notable is the absence of their captain and opening batter Alyssa Healy, who is sidelined with a minor calf strain. Additionally, Australia haven't played a match in the past six days. While the break may have provided rest, it can also disrupt rhythm against raging England.

England, too, have been in imperious form. Their batters and bowlers have applied relentless pressure throughout the tournament. England are already familiar with the conditions in Indore, having played here just a couple of days ago. On top of that, they’ve been playing regularly, which means they carry match sharpness into this encounter. Overall, the contest is going to be exciting, with both teams eyeing the top spot and an unbeaten record heading into the semi-finals.

Head-to-head

Matches – 89

Australia won – 61

England won – 24

No Result – 3

Tied – 1

Australia probable XI: Georgia Voll, Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Annabel Sutherland, Beth Mooney (wk), Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath (c), Sophie Molineux, Alana King, Darcie Brown/Kim Garth, Megan Schutt

England probable XI: Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones (wk), Heather Knight, Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Sophia Dunkley, Alice Capsey, Emma Lamb/Danni Wyatt Hodge, Charlie Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell/Lauren Filer