India Out of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Following Defeat Against Australia
The Indian women’s cricket team has been eliminated from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 following a six-wicket defeat against Australia on Sunday. In a must-win Group A fixture at Lord’s, Australia successfully chased down India’s target of 171 runs with an over to spare, securing their place in the tournament's knockout stages and ending India's semifinal hopes.
India's campaign in the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup came to an end after Australia secured a six-wicket victory in a must-win Group A clash at Lord's on Sunday. Chasing 171, Australia completed the highest successful run chase in Women's T20 World Cup history, with experienced batters Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner leading the charge to seal a semi-final berth while eliminating India from the tournament.
After electing to bat, India posted a competitive 170/4 in their allotted 20 overs. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur anchored the innings with a brisk half-century, scoring 56 off 26 balls, while Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma provided a solid opening partnership to lay the foundation for a challenging total. Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma and Ravi Shastri Spotted Supporting India Women at Lord's For AUS-W vs IND-W ICC T20 World Cup 2026 (Watch Video).
Australia Knock India Out of Women's T20 World Cup 2026
Australia end India's #T20WorldCup hopes with a brilliant chase at Lord's 💪
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— ICC (@ICC) June 28, 2026
Despite the strong finish, India knew they needed a disciplined bowling performance against a formidable Australian batting line-up to keep their semi-final hopes alive.
Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner Lead Australia's Record Chase
Australia lost an early wicket but recovered through a match-defining partnership between Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner. Perry struck a composed 56 before being dismissed, while Gardner remained unbeaten on 52 to guide Australia to the target with two overs to spare. The pair added 100 runs in just 57 deliveries, shifting the momentum firmly in Australia's favour. Perry was named Player of the Match for her crucial innings. Australia vs India Live Streaming Online: Watch AUS-W vs IND-W ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Match Free Telecast.
India's Campaign Ends
India's bowlers made early inroads, but they were unable to contain Australia's experienced middle order during the closing stages of the chase. The defeat meant India failed to secure a place in the semi-finals, while Australia's victory also confirmed South Africa's qualification from Group A.
The result marked another disappointment for India against Australia in a major ICC knockout race, despite an improved batting display and a competitive total on the board.
Entering the match, India needed a victory to keep their semi-final hopes alive after an inconsistent group-stage campaign. The high-stakes encounter at Lord's drew significant attention, with the historic venue hosting one of the tournament's most anticipated fixtures.
Australia's successful chase not only preserved their unbeaten run in the competition but also underlined their status as one of the favourites for the title. India, meanwhile, will reflect on missed opportunities as they exit the tournament before the knockout stage.
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