Australia vs West Indies Women's T20 World Cup semi final today: Predicted playing XI, head-to-head, pitch report, weather update

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Australia head into the first semi-final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 against the West Indies as clear favourites after finishing the Group A stage unbeaten, highlighted by a record-breaking run chase against India.

The West Indies, meanwhile, reached the last four on net run rate despite suffering defeats to England and Ireland late in the group stage. Australia will rely on the in-form Ellyse Perry, who has scored 183 runs at a strike rate of 140.76, while West Indies captain Hayley Matthews is expected to lead with a fearless approach. However, Matthews has struggled against Australian leg-spinner Alana King, who has dismissed her five times in T20 cricket.

Today Women's T20 World Cup match: Pitch report - Kennington Oval, London

The Kennington Oval in London is traditionally an excellent, batting-friendly surface with consistent bounce and a fast outfield. For the high-stakes Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final between Australia and the West Indies, the strip is expected to stay true to its reputation, keeping a fine balance between explosive stroke play and smart bowling tactics. Historically, there is an even split between teams winning while batting first and teams winning when chasing at this venue.

Because the surface remains consistently good throughout 40 overs, captains winning the toss are expected to bowl first.

Australia Women vs West Indies Women head-to-head

Total Matches Played: 19
Australia Women Won: 17
West Indies Women Won: 2

Australia Women vs West Indies Women predicted playing XI

Australia Women Probable XI: Beth Mooney (wk), Georgia Voll, Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Ash Gardner, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Nicola Carey, Sophie Molineux (c), Kim Garth, Alana KingWest Indies Women Probable XI: Qiana Joseph, Hayley Matthews (c), Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Stafanie Taylor, Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Jahzara Claxton, Jannilea Glasgow, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Ashmini Munisar

India Women vs Australia Women toss timing

The India Women vs Australia Women T20 World Cup 2026 match will take place on Tuesday, June 30, at the Kennington Oval, London. The contest will start at 7:00 PM IST/ 1:30 PM GMT / 2:30 PM local time. The toss will be held 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start.