The rivalry between Australia and the West Indies is one of the most famous in cricket. From tough Test matches for the Frank Worrell Trophy to exciting ODIs and T20Is, both teams have given fans many unforgettable moments.
This rivalry has been going on for over 90 years. Great players like Brian Lara, Glenn McGrath, Desmond Haynes, and Courtney Walsh have made big records in these games. With significant series wins, record-breaking scores, and close finishes, the Australia vs West Indies rivalry is full of pride, fight, and passion. Let’s go through their iconic rivalry from the 1930s to 2025.
Australia and West Indies Head-to-Head Record in ODI History
The ODI rivalry between Australia and the West Indies began in 1975. Since then, they have played 13 ODI series. Out of these, Australia has won eight, the West Indies have won five, and two series have ended in a draw. Australia has dominated in recent years, winning six out of the last seven series, with one series ending in a draw.
They have faced each other in 146 ODI matches. Australia leads with 79 wins, while the West Indies has won 61. Three games ended in a tie, and 3 had no result.
| Aspects | Australia | West Indies |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 146 | 146 |
| Won | 79 | 61 |
| Lost | 61 | 79 |
| No Result | 3 | 3 |
| Tied | 3 | 3 |
| Home Won | 44 | 19 |
| Away Won | 27 | 35 |
| Neutral Won | 8 | 7 |
Top Batting Performances in ODIs in the West Indies and Australia Rivalry
These are the top 5 run scorers in Australia vs West Indies ODIs. West Indies legends dominate the list, with Desmond Haynes topping the list. Richards and Lara follow him.
| No. | Name | Team | Matches (Innings) | Runs | Average | Centuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DL Haynes | West Indies | 64 (64) | 2262 | 40.39 | 6 |
| 2 | IVA Richards | West Indies | 54 (50) | 2187 | 50.86 | 3 |
| 3 | BC Lara | West Indies | 48 (47) | 1853 | 42.11 | 3 |
| 4 | ME Waugh | Australia | 47 (45) | 1708 | 39.72 | 3 |
| 5 | AR Border | Australia | 61 (60) | 1546 | 28.62 | 1 |
Top Bowling Performances in ODIs in the West Indies and Australia Rivalry
Here are the top wicket-takers in Australia vs West Indies ODIs. McDermott leads with 63 wickets, followed closely by Ambrose and Garner.
| No. | Player | Team | Matches (Innings) | Wickets | Economy | Average | 5-wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CJ McDermott | Australia | 35 (35) | 63 | 4.15 | 19.42 | 0 |
| 2 | CEL Ambrose | West Indies | 41 (40) | 61 | 3.6 | 21.8 | 3 |
| 3 | J Garner | West Indies | 34 (34) | 54 | 3.46 | 19.92 | 1 |
| 4 | MA Holding | West Indies | 35 (35) | 52 | 3.57 | 22.78 | 1 |
Australia and West Indies Head-to-Head Record in T20I History
The T20I rivalry between Australia and the West Indies began in 2008 when the West Indies won the two-match series 1-0. Since then, they have played 7 series. Out of these, Australia has won three, the West Indies have won three, and one series ended in a draw.
They have faced each other in 22 T20I matches. Both teams have won 11 games each, demonstrating the close nature of the contest.
| Aspects | Australia | West Indies |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 22 | 22 |
| Won | 11 | 11 |
| Lost | 11 | 11 |
| No Result | 0 | 0 |
| Tied | 0 | 0 |
| Home Won | 6 | 6 |
| Away Won | 3 | 2 |
| Neutral Won | 2 | 3 |
Top Batting Performances in T20Is in the West Indies and Australia Rivalry
In Australia vs West Indies T20Is, Warner leads with 662 runs. Gayle, Marsh, Russell, and Charles follow. Although no batsmen have yet reached a century. Here is a list of the top 5 batsmen:
| No. | Name | Team | Matches (Innings) | Runs | Average | Half-Centuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DA Warner | Australia | 15 (15) | 662 | 47.28 | 7 |
| 2 | CH Gayle | West Indies | 14 (14) | 420 | 32.3 | 5 |
| 3 | MR Marsh | Australia | 10 (10) | 337 | 33.7 | 4 |
| 4 | AD Russell | West Indies | 12 (10) | 257 | 51.4 | 2 |
| 5 | J Charles | West Indies | 10 (10) | 246 | 24.6 | 1 |
Top Bowling Performances in T20Is in the West Indies and Australia Rivalry
T20I bowling stats show Hazlewood and Starc tied at 14 wickets. West Indies’ Walsh impressed with 12 wickets at a low average. Here is a list of the top 5 bowlers:
| No. | Player | Team | Matches (Innings) | Wickets | Economy | Average | 5-wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Josh Hazlewood | Australia | 10 (10) | 14 | 8.2 | 22.85 | 0 |
| 2 | MA Starc | Australia | 10 (10) | 14 | 8.77 | 25.07 | 0 |
| 3 | HR Walsh | West Indies | 6 (6) | 12 | 7.18 | 13.16 | 0 |
| 4 | A Zampa | Australia | 11 (11) | 11 | 8.28 | 31.63 | 0 |
| 5 | AD Russell | West Indies | 12 (12) | 9 | 11.39 | 35.44 | 0 |
Australia and West Indies Head-to-Head Record in Test History
The iconic rivalry between Australia and the West Indies began in the 1930/31 Test series. The Test series between the two teams is called the Frank Worrell Trophy. Australia took the lead from the start, winning that five-match series 4-1. Since then, both teams have played 29 Test series. Out of these, Australia has won 18, West Indies eight, and three series ended in a draw.
Interestingly, Australia has dominated in recent years, winning 11 of the last 13 series, with two ending in draws. In total, they’ve faced each other in 121 Test matches. Here’s how the numbers stack up:
| Aspects | Australia | West Indies |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 121 | 121 |
| Won | 62 | 33 |
| Lost | 33 | 62 |
| Drawn | 25 | 25 |
| Tied | 1 | 1 |
| Home Won | 40 | 14 |
| Away Won | 22 | 19 |
| Neutral Won | 0 | 0 |
Top Batting Performances in Test Cricket in the West Indies and Australia Rivalry
Brian Lara stands tall in Test matches between Australia and the West Indies. With 2815 runs at a 52+ average and 9 centuries, like world cricket, he has dominated Australia as well.
| No | Name | Team | Matches (Innings) | Runs | Average | Centuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BC Lara | West Indies | 30 (56) | 2815 | 52.12 | 9 |
| 2 | IVA Richards | West Indies | 34 (54) | 2266 | 44.43 | 5 |
| 3 | DL Haynes | West Indies | 33 (59) | 2233 | 42.13 | 5 |
| 4 | CH Lloyd | West Indies | 29 (48) | 2211 | 50.25 | 6 |
| 5 | SR Waugh | Australia | 32 (51) | 2192 | 49.81 | 7 |
Top Bowling Performances in Test Cricket in the West Indies and Australia Rivalry
Dangerous Courtney Walsh leads the bowling charts with 135 wickets in 69 innings. Glenn McGrath is the only Australian in this list with 110 wickets.
| No. | Player | Team | Matches (Innings) | Wickets | Economy | Average | 5-wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CA Walsh | West Indies | 38 (69) | 135 | 2.71 | 28.68 | 4 |
| 2 | CEL Ambrose | West Indies | 27 (51) | 128 | 2.43 | 21.23 | 8 |
| 3 | GD McGrath | Australia | 23 (46) | 110 | 2.33 | 19.38 | 8 |
| 4 | LR Gibbs | West Indies | 24 (44) | 103 | 2.06 | 31.28 | 6 |
| 5 | J Garner | West Indies | 18 (35) | 89 | 2.66 | 20.89 | 4 |
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Conclusion: Australia Dominated AUS-WI Rivalry
From the golden era of the West Indies fast bowling to Australia’s modern-day dominance, this rivalry has provided countless memories to their fans. While the Aussies led across the format, the West Indies impressed with individual performance. Who can forget Shamar Joseph’s seven-for in Gabba to lead his team to a win after 36 years in Gabba?
Stay tuned with us to know the results of the ongoing series between Australia and the West Indies.
