Australia Women will face Pakistan Women in Match 21 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Headingley, Leeds, on Tuesday, June 23. The defending champions have looked unstoppable so far, while Pakistan have struggled to find momentum and are still searching for their first victory of the tournament.
Australia have won all three of their matches and sit comfortably at the top of Group A with six points and a healthy net run rate. Their all-round performances with both bat and ball have made them one of the favorites to lift the title once again.
Pakistan Women, meanwhile, have suffered three consecutive defeats and are already under pressure. Despite showing fighting spirit in patches, they have failed to convert good moments into wins. Fatima Sana and her side will now hope to finish the tournament strongly.
Match Details
| Match | Australia Women vs Pakistan Women, Match 21 |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | June 23, 2026 |
| Time | 11:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Headingley, Leeds |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| TV Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
AUS W vs PAK W Team Form
Australia are unbeaten, while Pakistan have lost all five of their recent matches.
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| Australia Women | W, W, W, W, W |
| Pakistan Women | L, L, L, L, L |
Points Table
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia Women | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| Pakistan Women | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Head-to-Head Record
Australia have completely dominated this rivalry and remain unbeaten against Pakistan in Women’s T20Is.
| Matches | Australia Won | Pakistan Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
Weather Report
Conditions in Leeds are expected to remain pleasant, with only a slight chance of rain.
| Conditions | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 26°C |
| Weather | Mostly Cloudy |
| Humidity | 48% |
| Rain Chances | 22% |
Pitch Report
Headingley has produced some good batting tracks during this tournament. The average first-innings score at the venue is around 173, and teams batting first have won four out of six matches. Batters have enjoyed the pace and bounce, while spinners have also played a major role in the middle overs.
The team winning the toss may prefer to bat first and put pressure on the opposition with scoreboard pressure.
Headingley Stadium Stats
| Stats | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 |
| Win Batting First | 67% |
| Win Chasing | 33% |
| Average First Innings Score | 173 |
| Average Second Innings Score | 135 |
| Highest Total | 209/5 |
| Lowest Total | 77/8 |
Pace vs Spin Record
| Bowling Type | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Pace | 62 |
| Spin | 75 |
Probable Playing XI
| Australia Women | Pakistan Women |
|---|---|
| Georgia Voll | Muneeba Ali (WK) |
| Beth Mooney | Gull Feroza |
| Ellyse Perry | Ayesha Zafar |
| Ashleigh Gardner | Iram Javed |
| Georgia Wareham | Saira Jabeen |
| Annabel Sutherland | Aliya Riaz |
| Nicola Carey | Fatima Sana (C) |
| Sophie Molineux (C) | Tuba Hassan |
| Alana King | Tasmia Rubab |
| Kim Garth | Nashra Sandhu |
| Lucy Hamilton | Sadia Iqbal |
Players to Watch
Beth Mooney
Beth Mooney has been in outstanding form and played a brilliant knock against the Netherlands. The experienced opener can once again provide Australia with a strong start.
Ellyse Perry
Perry brings experience and balance to the side. Her ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes her a key player.
Fatima Sana
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana has been one of the few bright spots for her team. She has led from the front with both bat and ball and will need another big performance.
Sadia Iqbal
The left-arm spinner can trouble Australia’s batting lineup if conditions offer some assistance to slower bowlers.
Probable Best Batter
Beth Mooney
The left-hander has looked in superb touch and has the ability to dominate the powerplay. Her consistency makes her Australia’s biggest batting threat.
Probable Best Bowler
Kim Garth
Kim Garth has been Australia’s leading wicket-taker in the tournament. Her ability to strike with the new ball and bowl effectively at the death makes her a dangerous weapon.
Match Prediction
Australia Women have been the best team of the tournament so far. Their batting lineup is packed with experienced players, and their bowling attack has delivered consistently. Pakistan have struggled in all departments and have not managed to put together a complete performance.
Considering the current form, overall squad strength, and their unbeaten head-to-head record, Australia enter this contest as overwhelming favorites.
Winning Probability
| Team | Chances |
|---|---|
| Australia Women | 80% |
| Pakistan Women | 20% |
Predicted Scores
| Team Batting First | Expected Score |
|---|---|
| Australia Women | 165-180 |
| Pakistan Women | 135-150 |
Fantasy Cricket Top Picks
| Category | Players |
|---|---|
| Captain | Beth Mooney |
| Vice-Captain | Ellyse Perry |
| Top Batter | Beth Mooney |
| Top Bowler | Kim Garth |
| Differential Pick | Fatima Sana |
Final Verdict
Australia Women have looked dominant throughout the competition and are expected to continue their unbeaten run. Pakistan Women have shown flashes of quality but have lacked consistency.
Unless Pakistan produce something extraordinary, Australia should comfortably secure another victory and strengthen their position at the top of the standings.
Prediction: Australia Women to beat Pakistan Women.
