The rivalry between the Australian Men’s Cricket Team and the West Indies Cricket Team is one of the most historic contests in international cricket. Both teams have dominated world cricket during different eras and have produced legendary players who shaped the sport. Matches between Australia and West Indies have delivered thrilling performances and unforgettable moments across Test matches, ODIs, and T20 Internationals.
Latest Matches
Tournament
Venue
Date
Australia
West Indies
Result
Player of the Match
Test Series
Brisbane
2024
289 & 207
311 & 216
West Indies won by 8 runs
Shamar Joseph
Test Series
Adelaide
2024
511
188 & 120
Australia won by 10 wickets
Travis Head
T20I Series
Perth
2022
178
147
Australia won by 31 runs
Mitchell Marsh
T20I Series
Brisbane
2022
179
145
Australia won by 34 runs
Cameron Green
ODI Series
Barbados
2021
252
199
Australia won by 53 runs
Mitchell Starc
Head to Head Record
Format
Matches
Australia Wins
West Indies Wins
Draw/NR
Test
118
60
33
25
ODI
144
75
63
6
T20I
20
11
9
0
Total
282
146
105
31
Top Batting Performances
Player
Team
Runs
Match Type
Brian Lara
West Indies
277
Test
Ricky Ponting
Australia
257
Test
Chris Gayle
West Indies
165
ODI
David Warner
Australia
179
ODI
Best Bowling Performances
Player
Team
Wickets
Match Type
Curtly Ambrose
West Indies
7 wickets
Test
Malcolm Marshall
West Indies
7 wickets
Test
Glenn McGrath
Australia
6 wickets
Test
Mitchell Starc
Australia
6 wickets
ODI
Early Encounters (1930–1965)
The first matches between Australia and West Indies took place during the early years of international cricket. Australia initially had the advantage due to its well-established cricket system.
Year
Format
Venue
Winner
1930
Test Series
Australia
Australia
1951
Test Match
West Indies
West Indies
1960
Historic Test
Australia
Tie
1965
Test Series
West Indies
West Indies
West Indies Dominance (1970–1990)
During the 1970s and 1980s, West Indies became one of the most powerful teams in world cricket. Their fast bowling attack helped them dominate many series against Australia.
Year
Series
Venue
Result
1975
Test Series
West Indies
West Indies
1980
ODI Match
Australia
West Indies
1984
Test Series
West Indies
West Indies
1989
ODI Series
Australia
Draw
Competitive Era (1991–2005)
During the 1990s and early 2000s, Australia developed a strong team and began challenging the West Indies dominance. Matches between these sides became more competitive.
Year
Tournament
Format
Winner
1996
World Tournament
ODI
Australia
1999
ODI Series
Australia
Australia
2003
World Cup Match
ODI
Australia
2005
Bilateral Series
Test
Australia
Modern Encounters (2006–2025)
In recent years, Australia has often maintained an advantage in matches against West Indies, although several encounters have remained exciting and closely contested.
Year
Series
Venue
Winner
2012
Test Series
West Indies
Australia
2016
T20 Series
Australia
West Indies
2021
ODI Series
Caribbean
Australia
2024
Bilateral Series
Various
Draw
Conclusion
The timeline between Australia and West Indies reflects a rivalry filled with legendary players, historic matches, and memorable performances. From early encounters to modern contests, both teams have contributed significantly to the history of international cricket.
