India began the year with a T20 series win against Australia, their first series triumph over the formidable rivals in a decade.

An entertaining century partnership between Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues powered India to a 17-run win over Australia in the third and final Women's T20I on Saturday, sealing their first bilateral T20I series triumph against the formidable rivals in a decade.

Despite registering a few victories in the past, the Indian women are yet to score a bilateral series win in Australia across all three formats.

Aiming to establish an unassailable lead over Australia, Harmanpreet Kaur's India would draw confidence from a strong bowling performance in the rain-hit opening win when the two sides square off in the second and penultimate T20I on Thursday.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered one of the most commanding campaigns in WPL history, clinching their second title after a season defined by consistency, depth and collective impact.

Star batter Smriti Mandhana, who played a pivotal role in India's historic 2025 Women's World Cup triumph, was named the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year for 2025 at a glittering function.

Smriti Mandhana was at her aggressive best in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 final

Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli took to social media to send a special message to Royal Challengers Bengaluru after the Smriti Mandhana-led side won the WPL 2026 title.

It was a historic night for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as they secured their second Women's Premier League (WPL) title.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second Women's Premier League (WPL) title on Thursday after defeating Delhi Capitals in the final held at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara.