In a remarkable comeback performance, the Indian women’s cricket team leveled the three-match ODI series with a thumping 102-run victory against Australia in the 2nd ODI at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh.

India level ODI series with historic victory against Australia

After a disappointing defeat in the opening match, India bounced back in style, powered by a sensational century from Smriti Mandhana. The Women in Blue posted a commanding total of 292, which proved far beyond Australia’s reach as they were bundled out for 190 in 40.5 overs. This triumph not only sets up a thrilling series decider but also boosts India’s confidence ahead of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, which they will co-host. Significantly India became the first-ever team to beat Australia by 100+ runs in ODI history, inflicting the Aussies’ heaviest defeat in women’s ODIs. It was also India’s first home ODI victory against Australia since 2007, ending an 18-year and 206-day drought. The result marks a defining moment in India’s women’s cricket, rewriting history with dominance both with bat and ball.

Smriti Mandhana’s record-breaking century for India

The platform for India’s huge total was built on the back of Mandhana’s majestic 117 off 91 balls, laced with 14 boundaries and four sixes. This knock marked her 12th ODI century as an opener, equaling the world record and underlining her status as one of the finest in the format. Mandhana’s partnership with Pratika Rawal (25) gave India early stability before the middle order chipped in. Deepti Sharma’s steady 40 off 53 balls, Richa Ghosh’s attacking 29, and Sneh Rana’s fiery 24 off just 18 balls provided depth to the innings.

Australia’s bowlers found it hard to contain the flow of runs, with only Darcie Brown (3/42) and Ashleigh Gardner (2/39) posing any real challenge. Despite a late cluster of wickets, India managed to post 292 in 49.5 overs, ensuring a mountain for Australia to climb. The innings showcased a blend of class, aggression, and composure,  a perfect blueprint for one-day success.

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Australia’s collapse as bowlers seal the win for India

Chasing 293, Australia never found momentum as India’s bowlers came out with intent. Renuka Singh Thakur drew first blood, followed by Kranti Goud who removed skipper Alyssa Healy cheaply to leave the Aussies tottering at 12/2. Ellyse Perry (44) and Beth Mooney (27) attempted to revive the innings with a 50-run stand, but Radha Yadav’s sharp caught-and-bowled dismissal of Perry shifted momentum decisively. Soon after, Sneh Rana accounted for Mooney, tightening the screws further.

Annabel Sutherland’s fighting 45 off 42 balls briefly raised hopes for Australia, but a stunning catch from Harmanpreet Kaur cut her stay short. With the lower order exposed, Deepti (2 wickets) and Goud (3 wickets) dismantled the tail to seal a famous win. Australia folded for 190, falling short by 102 runs, their biggest-ever ODI defeat. India’s bowlers maintained relentless pressure, backed by sharp fielding and smart captaincy. The turnaround from their first-match struggles to a clinical all-round display reflected a team hungry to prove itself. With the series now level at 1-1, the stage is set for a mouth-watering decider in the final ODI.

Here’s how fans reacted: 

1⃣st win in Mullanpur ✅
Series level ✅

Bring on the series decider! 🔥#INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/77RWWDUC7p

— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) September 17, 2025

No.1 batter in WODIs ✅
Fastest ton by any batter vs Australia in WODIs ✅

Run Machine Smriti Mandhana is unstoppable🔥👑#PlayBold #ನಮ್ಮRCB #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/FMEGE2yaxj

— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) September 17, 2025

What a win for India

No Jemimah Rodrigues, Renuka Singh Thakur walking off injured

But they consign Australia to their biggest defeat ever

This team definitely major contenders for the World Cup #INDvAUS https://t.co/LF8TDHVepQ

— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) September 17, 2025

कडक win for #TeamIndia, inflicting Australia’s heaviest defeat in WODIs! 💪#AaliRe #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/2WfseUZlAY

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) September 17, 2025

India beating Australia by 102 runs! While the victory itself is rare, the margin seems simply surreal! #INDvAUS #INDWvAUSW

— Slipstream Cricket (@SlipstreamCrick) September 17, 2025

Massive carnage by indian women cricketers against Australian women.
Kudos to them for the fight they have put up .#INDvAUS

— Dr. Soumya reddy (@soumyeaah) September 17, 2025

Felt India were a bit short with the bat, but the bowlers and ground fielding made up for it here. Kranti, Renuka, Aru, Rana, Deepti, Radha all were really good, a great win!!! Ofcourse Smriti’s efforts with bat stand out too from the beginning!

— Kartik O 🏏⚽🔗 (@KOCricket528) September 17, 2025

INDIA BECOMES THE FIRST TEAM BEAT AUSTRALIA BY 100+ RUNS IN ODI HISTORY 🥶 pic.twitter.com/BCKgIgeELi

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 17, 2025

AUSTRALIA REGISTERED THEIR HEAVIEST DEFEAT IN WOMEN’S ODI. 🤯 pic.twitter.com/at0R7BvTzM

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 17, 2025

Smriti Mandhana’s brilliant 117 earns her Player of the Match award🏏#women #cricket #INDvAUS #smritimandhana pic.twitter.com/JV15I2PtXg

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) September 17, 2025

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.