India Women vs Australia Women Free Live Cricket Streaming Online, 1st T20I 2026
Following their recent success in the 50-over format, Harmanpreet Kaur’s side faces a formidable challenge against the world’s top-ranked T20I team.
India Women National Cricket Team vs Australia Women National Cricket Team Live Streaming and TV Telecast Details: The Indian women’s cricket team begins its multi-format tour of Australia on 15 February, with the first of three T20 Internationals at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Following their recent success in the 50-over format, Harmanpreet Kaur’s side faces a formidable challenge against the world’s top-ranked T20I team. This series serves as a vital preparation phase for both nations ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup, scheduled for June in England and Wales. Indian Women’s Cricket Team Schedule in 2026: Upcoming Team India Matches Including IND vs PAK in ICC T20 World Cup, England Tour and Other Full Fixtures.
Where To Watch IND-W vs AUS-W 1st T20I 2026?
For viewers in India, the match is being broadcast live on the Star Sports Network as part of the new JioStar partnership. Digital access is available through the JioHotstar app and website, which offers coverage in multiple regional languages including Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
In Australia, the series is available to watch on Fox Cricket and can be streamed via Kayo Sports. Fans in the United Kingdom can follow the live action on TNT Sports, with streaming available on the discovery+ platform.
Match Fact
| Feature | Details |
| Fixture | Australia Women vs India Women |
| Date | Sunday, 15 February 2026 |
| Venue | Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney |
| Start Time | 1:45 PM IST / 7:15 PM Local |
| India Captain | Harmanpreet Kaur |
| Australia Captain | Sophie Molineux |
| Live Stream (India) | JioHotstar |
| TV Channel (India) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Stream (UK) | discovery+ |
India’s Quest for Momentum
India, currently ranked third in the world, arrives in Australia with high confidence after a dominant 5-0 clean sweep against Sri Lanka late last year. The squad features a familiar core, with vice-captain Smriti Mandhana and the experienced Deepti Sharma expected to play pivotal roles.
While history favours the hosts—Australia has won 26 of the 35 T20Is played between the two sides—India will look to replicate the form that saw them defeat Australia during the ODI World Cup semi-finals. Notably, Bharti Fulmali and Shreyanka Patil have returned to the squad to bolster the middle order and bowling attack. India Men's, Women's and Blind Women's Cricket Team Get Felicitated by Reliance Foundation in Mumbai; Rohit Sharma, Harmanpreet Kaur, Deepika TC Among Attendees (Watch Video).
A New Chapter for Australia
Australia enters this series under the leadership of Sophie Molineux, who officially begins her tenure as multi-format captain today. Molineux takes over the role from the legendary Alyssa Healy, who recently announced her retirement from international cricket.
The Australian side remains the benchmark in the shortest format, currently holding the number one spot in the ICC rankings. They boast a nearly full-strength squad, including power-hitters such as Phoebe Litchfield and all-rounders like Annabel Sutherland and Ashleigh Gardner.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Feb 15, 2026 12:00 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).