The Bangladesh Women Tour of Australia 2026 kicks off on October 9 at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, with the three-match ODI series running until October 14.
Tahlia McGrath will lead Australia, while Nigar Sultana Joty will captain Bangladesh. Both teams will target valuable ICC Women’s Championship points in the series.
This article covers the schedule, squads, venue details, head-to-head record, key players, and many more important details to know before the series starts.
Key Details of the Tour At a Glance
- Series: Bangladesh Women Tour of Australia 2026
- Format: 3 ODIs
- Dates: October 9–14, 2026
- Venue: Allan Border Field, Brisbane
- Australia Captain: Tahlia McGrath
- Bangladesh Captain: Nigar Sultana Joty
- Key Australian Players: Tahlia McGrath, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry
- Key Bangladesh Players: Nigar Sultana, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter
- Head-to-Head Record in WODIs [AUSW vs BANW]: AUSW won all five WODIs against BANW from 2022–2025. The 2026 series is Bangladesh’s first bilateral ODI tour of Australia.
- India Live Streaming: FanCode
- Australia Broadcast & Live Streaming: Free-to-Air TV on Channel Seven (7two / 7mate), Free Streaming on 7plus, and Pay TV/Streaming on Foxtel / Kayo Sports.
- Bangladesh Broadcast & Live Streaming: TV Broadcast on T Sports and Nagorik TV, with Live Streaming on Tapmad and the T Sports App.
- Other International Territories: Check local rights holders or stream via ICC.tv where local television rights remain unassigned.
Bangladesh Women Tour of Australia 2026 Schedule
The Australia vs Bangladesh Women’s One Day International Series 2026 includes three matches at Allan Border Field, Brisbane, with all games counting toward the ICC Women’s Championship.
Here is the complete match schedule with timings:
| Day & Date | Format | Teams | Time (IST / GMT / Local) | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, October 9, 2026 | 1st ODI | Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women | 9:50 AM IST / 4:20 AM GMT / 2:20 PM Local | Allan Border Field, Brisbane | Australia Women won by 7 wkts |
| Sunday, October 11, 2026 | 2nd ODI | Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women | 9:50 AM IST / 4:20 AM GMT / 2:20 PM Local | Allan Border Field, Brisbane | Australia Women won by 9 wkts |
| Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 3rd ODI | Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women | 9:50 AM IST / 4:20 AM GMT / 2:20 PM Local | Allan Border Field, Brisbane | Australia Women won by 8 wkts |
Bangladesh Women Tour of Australia 2026 Squads
The Australia Women and Bangladesh Women have named their ODI squads, with experienced players and younger options included for the series.
Both teams have a balanced mix of batters, all-rounders and bowlers, with each squad featuring 15 players.
Here are the squads for the Australia vs Bangladesh Women’s One Day International Series 2026:
Bangladesh Women ODI Squad
Nigar Sultana Joty (Captain), Nahida Akter, Sarmin Sultana, Sharmin Akter, Farzana Haque, Disha Biswas, Murshida Khatun, Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, Sobhana Mostary, Dilara Akter, Marufa Akter, Sultana Khatun, Habiba Islam Pinky.
Australia Women ODI Squad
Tahlia McGrath (Captain), Ashleigh Gardner, Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Voll, Ellyse Perry, Georgia Wareham, Nicola Carey, Annabel Sutherland, Beth Mooney, Kim Garth, Alana King, Megan Schutt.
Venue Details
All three matches in the Australia vs Bangladesh Women’s One Day International Series 2026 will take place at Allan Border Field in Albion, around 5 km north of Brisbane’s CBD.
The ground forms part of Queensland Cricket’s headquarters and the National Cricket Centre. The venue can accommodate around 6,300 spectators.
Its small grandstands and grassy embankments create a relaxed, boutique cricket setting, with fans sitting close to the boundary and the action.
The pitch on this ground generally offers even pace and bounce, giving batters a good surface early. Fast bowlers can find some morning seam movement, while spinners may get more assistance later. Women’s ODIs at the venue usually produce 200–220 runs in the first innings.
Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women Head-to-Head Record in ODI
Australia Women have a perfect ODI record against Bangladesh Women, winning all five matches played between the teams. However, the 2026 series marks Bangladesh’s first bilateral ODI tour of Australia.
Here is the complete head-to-head record:
| Team | Span | Matches | Won | Lost | Tied | NR | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia Women | 2022–2025 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Bangladesh Women | 2022–2025 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Key Players to Watch in the Bangladesh Women Tour of Australia 2026
Several players could have a major role in the series, with Australia bringing experience and Bangladesh featuring key performers across departments.
Here are the key players to watch from both teams:
| Player | Team | Role | Why to Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tahlia McGrath | Australia Women | All-Rounder / Captain | McGrath leads Australia in the ODI series and adds value with both bat and ball. |
| Ellyse Perry | Australia Women | All-Rounder | The experienced all-rounder brings a strong record and valuable big-match experience. |
| Georgia Voll | Australia Women | Batter | The young batter offers an attacking option at the top and recently scored 45 against Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup. |
| Megan Schutt | Australia Women | Bowler | Her pace and movement with the new ball could challenge Bangladesh’s top order. |
| Nigar Sultana Joty | Bangladesh Women | Wicketkeeper-Batter / Captain | Joty leads Bangladesh’s batting group and will have an important role at the top of the order. |
| Nahida Akter | Bangladesh Women | Bowler / Vice-Captain | The left-arm spinner is a key middle-overs option and brings experience to Bangladesh’s bowling attack. |
| Marufa Akter | Bangladesh Women | Bowler | Her pace gives Bangladesh an important option with the new ball against Australia’s batters. |
| Disha Biswas | Bangladesh Women | All-Rounder | The young pace-bowling all-rounder is part of Bangladesh’s ODI squad and adds another developing option to the team. |
Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women Key Highlights of the One-Off Warm-Up Match
Bangladesh Women played their only warm-up tour match on October 6 as part of their preparations for the ODI series in Australia.
Queensland Women posted 266/9 in 36 overs, with Charli Knott scoring 94 off 64 balls and Grace Harris making 76 off 50. For Bangladesh, Habiba Islam took 4/44, while Marufa Akter claimed 2/64.
Bangladesh finished on 196/7 in 36 overs and lost by 72 runs under the DLS method. Sharmin Akhter top-scored with 68 off 67 balls, while Sobhana Mostary added 49 from 54.
How to Watch the Bangladesh Women Tour of Australia 2026 Live in India
Fans in India can watch the Bangladesh Women Tour of Australia 2026 live on FanCode, which will stream all three ODI series.
Here is how to watch the Australia vs Bangladesh Women’s One Day International Series 2026 live in other countries:
| Country / Region | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Channel Seven, Foxtel | 7plus, Kayo Sports |
| Bangladesh | T Sports, Nagorik TV | Tapmad, T Sports App |
| India | — | FanCode |
| USA / Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV App |
| Other International Regions | Local sports broadcast partners | Official regional streaming partners / ICC.tv |
Note: Remember, you can watch the tour through the options listed above, but some regions may have geo-restrictions or exclusive local TV and digital rights. So, check your local streaming platform or broadcaster for availability before the matches.
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Conclusion
The Australia vs Bangladesh Women’s ODI series brings two teams together with plenty to prove on the field. Every match gives players a chance to make an impact and contribute to their team’s campaign.
Australia will look to make the most of their home conditions, while Bangladesh will aim to produce strong performances against a quality side. The series promises plenty of competitive cricket across all three matches.
Make sure you follow the action from the opening ODI to the final game. Watch the series live and don’t miss a moment of the tournament.
FAQs
The 3-match ODI series starts on October 9, 2026, and concludes on October 14, 2026.
All three ODI matches are hosted at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Indian fans can watch the entire series live exclusively on the FanCode app and website.
Yes, all three ODIs count towards qualification points for the ICC Women’s Championship 2025–2029 cycle.
