India elected to bat first in second ODI vs Australia in Hobart, seeking series level after losing opener.

In order to tie the series after losing by six wickets in Brisbane, India's women's cricket team decided to bat first in the second ODI against Australia in Hobart. With Amanjot Kaur and Vaishnavi Deol making their debuts, captain Harmanpreet Kaur expressed confidence in the batting lineup. Nic Carey replaced Sophie Molineux as the only change made by Australia, who chose to bowl on a potentially lively surface after winning the toss. The game, which is scheduled for February 27, 2026, at Bellerive Oval, is expected to be close as both teams try to gain ground in a series that is still evenly balanced.