India Women’s Jemimah Rodrigues top-scored with 52 as India posted 198. Australia Women finished Day 1 at 96/3 in the 2026 Only Test. Read the thrilling recap!

Game Recap: Jemimah Rodrigues Leads India Women’s Charge in 2026 Only Test

India Women’s Jemimah Rodrigues delivered a composed half-century on Day 1 of the 2026 Only Test against Australia Women. Playing at home Down Under, India posted 198, with Rodrigues top-scoring 52 before Australia responded by finishing on 96/3 at stumps. Read more below for highlights and analysis.

Jemimah Rodrigues’ Steady 52 Anchors India

In the high-pressure environment of a rare women’s Test match, Rodrigues was the beacon of stability for India. Her 52 helped India build a competitive first innings total.

"I just focused on building partnerships and staying patient," said Jemimah Rodrigues, India Women batter.

• Rodrigues’ 52 was India’s highest individual score of the innings
• Shared a crucial 43-run partnership with Richa Ghosh

What was your game-winning moment from Rodrigues’ innings?

Australia Responds with Early Wickets

Australia Women struck early in their reply, removing key batsmen to leave the score at 96/3 by stumps in the opening day.

"Taking early wickets put us in a strong position," stated Annabel Sutherland, Australia Women all-rounder.

• Australia’s top order tested but resilient
• 96/3 sets up tense Day 2 battle

Did Australia’s early breakthroughs shift momentum in this Test?

Partnership Power: Rodrigues and Ghosh Team Up

Rodrigues and wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh’s 43-run stand was the day’s most productive for India, adding vital runs under pressure.

"Jemimah’s calm approach made all the difference in steadying innings," noted Richa Ghosh, India Women wicketkeeper.

• Partnership slowed the Australian bowling attack
• Helped India reach a respectable total of 198

Which partnership influenced the match most on Day 1?

Key Stats From Day 1

• India Women: 198 all out
• Jemimah Rodrigues: 52 runs
• Australia Women: 96/3 at stumps
• Highest partnership: Rodrigues and Ghosh 43 runs

Top Moments of Day 1

1. Jemimah Rodrigues’ composed half-century
2. India’s 198 first innings total
3. Australia’s three early wickets
4. Rodrigues-Ghosh 43-run partnership
5. Day ends with Australia under slight pressure

Vote now: Who deserves Player of the Match for Day 1?

• Key Takeaways:
• Jemimah Rodrigues’ 52 was pivotal for India’s 198 total
• Australia fought back robustly to reach 96/3
• Crucial partnerships shaped the opening day’s momentum
• Next: Day 2 promises intense back-and-forth

Follow this thrilling Test live to see if India can maintain their advantage or if Australia’s top order will mount a comeback. Fans of Jemimah Rodrigues and both teams will want to stay glued to this evolving contest!