Australia Women faced West Indies Women in the first T20I of their three-match series at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown on March 20, 2026. Australia emerged victorious, winning by 43 runs, marking a strong start to the series.
Australia set a total of 164 runs for 6 wickets, with Beth Mooney leading the charge by scoring 79 runs off 55 balls. Her performance not only helped her team secure the win but also elevated her to second place on the all-time list of most fifty-plus scores in women’s T20Is.
In response, West Indies managed to score 121 runs for 6 wickets. Qiana Joseph was the top scorer for the West Indies, contributing 45 runs. Despite a valiant effort, the team fell short of the target.
Alana King was instrumental in Australia’s bowling attack, taking 3 wickets for just 14 runs. Her performance was praised by teammate Sophie Molineux, who noted, “[King] was brilliant.” Molineux, who returned from injury, did not bat or bowl in this match but acknowledged the team’s overall effort.
Ellyse Perry also made a significant contribution with the bat, scoring 36 runs off 32 balls. On the bowling side, Deandra Dottin took 3 wickets for 35 runs, while Chinelle Henry added 2 wickets for 28 runs.
Reflecting on the match, Molineux stated, “We were in a bit of a hole there,” highlighting the challenges faced during the game. This match marks the beginning of a competitive series as both teams look to establish dominance.
Australia’s tour of the Caribbean continues with two more T20 matches scheduled in St Vincent. Observers are keen to see if Australia can maintain their momentum and if West Indies can bounce back in the upcoming fixtures.
As the series progresses, both teams will be looking to capitalize on their strengths and address any weaknesses observed in this opening match.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any changes to the lineups for the next matches, but both teams are expected to make strategic adjustments based on this encounter.
