Australia Women beat Bangladesh Women by seven wickets with 146 balls remaining in the first ODI on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Player of the Match Annabel Sutherland starred with four wickets and 25 runs, while Phoebe Litchfield struck 77 as Australia chased down Bangladesh’s 166, finishing on 168/3 in 25.4 overs.

Annabel Sutherland of Australia in action during the First Women's ODI match between Australia and Bangladesh at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, Friday, October 9, 2026.
Annabel Sutherland of Australia in action during the First Women’s ODI match between Australia and Bangladesh at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, Friday, October 9, 2026. Credit: IMAGO / AAP

Sutherland leads Australia’s bowling effort

Sutherland’s four-wicket haul was the central contribution as Australia dismissed Bangladesh for 166 in 49.4 overs. Megan Schutt supported her with two wickets, while Tahlia McGrath claimed one.

Ritu Moni provided Bangladesh’s biggest batting contribution with 45 runs. Nigar Sultana made 29 and Sharmin Akhter added 24, but Bangladesh’s total left Australia needing 167 for victory. Moni’s resistance gave the visitors something to defend, although the chase ultimately exposed how little margin their bowlers had.

Ritu Moni (right) of Bangladesh in action during the First Women's ODI match between Australia and Bangladesh at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, Friday, October 9, 2026.
Ritu Moni (right) of Bangladesh in action during the First Women’s ODI match between Australia and Bangladesh at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, Friday, October 9, 2026. Credit: IMAGO / AAP

Litchfield drives a decisive chase

Litchfield’s 77 supplied the backbone of Australia’s reply. Ellyse Perry contributed 26 and Sutherland added 25, completing an influential all-round performance as the hosts reached their target with almost half their allotted deliveries unused.

Habiba Islam was Bangladesh’s most successful bowler, taking 2/36 from six overs. Rabeya Khan returned 1/32 from seven overs, claiming the other Australian wicket and conceding just 4.57 runs per over. Those breakthroughs could not turn the chase, with Australia securing victory at 168/3.

Phoebe Litchfield of Australia celebrates her 50 during the First Women's ODI match between Australia and Bangladesh at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, Friday, October 9, 2026.
Phoebe Litchfield of Australia celebrates her 50 during the First Women’s ODI match between Australia and Bangladesh at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, Friday, October 9, 2026. Credit: IMAGO / AAP

Marufa Akter finished with 0/35 from four overs, Nahida Akter returned 0/29 from 4.4 overs, and Moni conceded 36 runs in four wicketless overs.

Key performers

  • Annabel Sutherland: Four wickets and 25 runs for Australia, earning Player of the Match honours.
  • Phoebe Litchfield: The match’s highest score, 77 runs, to lead Australia’s chase.
  • Ellyse Perry: Contributed 26 runs to Australia’s reply.
  • Megan Schutt and Tahlia McGrath: Took two wickets and one wicket respectively.
  • Ritu Moni: Bangladesh’s top scorer with 45 runs; also returned 0/36 from four overs.
  • Nigar Sultana and Sharmin Akhter: Made 29 and 24 respectively for Bangladesh.
  • Habiba Islam: Took 2/36 from six overs.
  • Rabeya Khan: Claimed 1/32 from seven overs.
NerdSports Stat: Australia completed their chase in 154 deliveries—144 fewer than Bangladesh faced in their innings, a difference of exactly 24 overs.

Two ODIs still to come

Bangladesh entered the ODI opener after losing their October 5 warm-up to Queensland Women by 72 runs under DLS. That tour match sits outside the three-match ODI series.

Australia’s opening victory does not decide the series; the recorded ODI series standing after this match is level at 0-0. The teams meet again on Saturday, October 10, before the third and final ODI on Tuesday, October 13.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the match between Australia Women and Bangladesh Women?

Australia Women won the match by seven wickets with 146 balls remaining, reaching 168/3 in reply to Bangladesh Women’s 166.

Who was the Player of the Match?

Annabel Sutherland was named Player of the Match for taking four wickets and scoring 25 runs.

What is the series standing after this match?

The recorded ODI series standing is level at 0-0 after the opening match, with two ODIs remaining.

Who was the top scorer in this match?

Phoebe Litchfield top-scored with 77 runs.

When is the next match in the series?

Australia Women face Bangladesh Women in the second ODI on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The final ODI follows on Tuesday, October 13.