Heading into the final leg of the India women versus Australia women series, all eyes are fixed on the decisive T20 Internationals at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. With each team claiming a leg of the contest—India clinching the one-off Test while Australia dominated with a 3-0 victory in the ODIs—the upcoming T20Is will determine the series champion.

Historically, Australia’s women’s team has held the upper hand in T20Is against India, and India’s recent struggle against England, losing the T20I series 2-1, adds pressure. As the hosts, India are poised to salvage their pride and put a halt to Australia’s dominance.

The stage is set for an intense battle as both teams vie for supremacy in the T20 format. India will be eager to thwart Australia’s charge and level the playing field in a bid to claim the overall series victory. Fans anticipate an exciting clash of skills and strategy as the teams gear up for the crucial encounters within five days at DY Patil Stadium.

Here are the 3 Australian players to watch out for:

Megan Schutt

Megan Schutt struck early for Australia, dismissing Yastika Bhatia (6 off 14) with a clever delivery that led to a mistimed scoop. Her second wicket came as Smriti Mandhana (29 off 29) was caught by Kim Garth on the boundary. Schutt’s crucial breakthroughs set the tone for Australia in the 3rd ODI.

Phoebe Litchfield

Phoebe Litchfield’s sensational 119 off 125 balls led Australia to clinch the series against India. Her standout performance continued as she grabbed a stunning one-handed catch at cover. Adding to her brilliance from the previous game, the left-hander outdid herself with a breathtaking full-length dive to the right, dismissing Amanjot Kaur and solidifying her impact on the field.

Beth Mooney

Beth Mooney showcased her cricketing intelligence by seizing the crucial dismissal of Harmanpreet Kaur at three during the 3rd ODI. Anticipating Kaur’s sweep shot off Georgia Wareham, Mooney swiftly shifted from slip to leg-slip. Kaur’s mistimed shot resulted in a straightforward catch. Mooney’s exceptional fielding instincts promise an exciting display in the upcoming first T20I match.