India A Women vs Australia A Women: Top performers in India’s stunning One-day series victory. India A leading three match series 2-0.
India-A Women scripted a remarkable chapter in Brisbane, defeating Australia-A in back-to-back matches and sealing the one-day series 2–0 with one game yet to play. Winning in Australia is never easy, but the manner in which this young India side pulled off a tense 266-run chase in the second ODI showed not just skill but immense character.
This victory wasn’t built on one performance—it was a team effort led by a group of standout players who are now making a strong case for higher honours.
Let’s take look at the top performers in India-A Women’s incredible one-day series win over Australia-A Women.
Yastika Bhatia
Yastika Bhatia has been the backbone of India-A’s batting in this series, scoring 125 runs in two matches. In the second ODI at Brisbane, her calm half-century laid the foundation for the record 266-run chase.
What makes this even more special is Yastika’s current phase—she is not part of the senior India setup at the moment and is working hard to make a comeback. With Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma opening for India, and Priya Punia also knocking on the door, the competition for the top order is intense.
However, Yastika’s form here is a big confidence boost—not just for her but also for the selectors, showing that India has another reliable option who can deliver under pressure in tough overseas conditions.
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Radha Yadav
Leading the side in Australia, Radha Yadav has been more than just a captain—she has been the glue of this team. With her all-round ability, she contributed vital runs in the middle order and also picked up key wickets with her crafty left-arm spin. In fact, across the first two games, Radha has already scored 79 runs and taken four wickets, underlining her impact in both departments.
Her experience of playing international cricket has rubbed off on the youngsters around her. More importantly, this series has highlighted Radha’s leadership qualities—handling pressure situations, shuffling bowlers smartly, and keeping the team calm during the tense finish in Brisbane. For India, having a dependable leader like Radha in the pool is invaluable, especially with the ODI World Cup coming up.
Minnu Mani
The star with the ball has been Minnu Mani, who consistently delivered when India needed breakthroughs. In both matches, she dismissed key Australia batters and kept their scoring rate in check.
Her spell in the second ODI was game-changing, breaking partnerships just when Australia looked set for a bigger total. So far in the series, Minnu has already picked up five wickets, making her one of the leading bowlers on either side.
Coming from Kerala, Minnu has had to work hard to make her mark, and this performance will only strengthen her case for more consistent opportunities. With India searching for reliable all-rounders who can chip in with the ball, her success in Australia adds real depth to the squad’s options.
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Tanuja Kanwar
If there was one player who stole the spotlight in the decisive chase, it was Tanuja Kanwar. Brought into the XI for the second ODI, she made an immediate impact—building a sensational 68-run partnership with Prema Rawat for the eighth wicket, guiding India home in the final over. In that single appearance, Tanuja contributed 50 runs and picked up 1 wicket, proving her value as a genuine all-rounder.
Her composure was striking. She didn’t let the occasion overwhelm her and showed the temperament of a seasoned player. For a young cricketer aiming to break into the senior side, proving the ability to finish games in tough conditions is pure gold. Her performance in Brisbane will be remembered as one of the defining moments of this series.
Conclusion
Sealing the series 2–0 with a game to spare in Australia is no small feat, and it underlines how well India-A Women are shaping up. Yastika Bhatia’s 100+ runs in two games signal her hunger for a comeback at the top, where she will compete with Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Priya Punia. Radha Yadav’s leadership and wickets, Minnu Mani’s breakthroughs, and Tanuja Kanwar’s finishing heroics have made them the key architects of this win.
More than a result, this is a confidence booster for India ahead of the ODI World Cup. It shows that the bench is ready, the competition for spots is healthy, and the future stars are capable of beating Australia in their own backyard. That’s the kind of belief India needs to carry into the big stage.
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