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The journey of the Indian Women’s Cricket Team has been one of steady growth, dedication, and transformation. Over the years, several coaches have guided the Women in Blue, shaping their skill, strategy, and mindset. From the early years of Sudha Shah to the modern leadership of Amol Muzumdar, each coach has played a vital role in building India into one of the strongest teams in world cricket. Evolution of Coaching in Indian Women’s Cricket Women’s cricket in India began gaining professional structure after the formation of the Women’s Cricket Association of India (WCAI) in 1973. However, it was only after…

Social media went into a frenzy after a viral post claimed that Smriti Mandhana was dismissed by a 159.6 kmph delivery during the India vs Australia Women’s World Cup 2025 semifinal at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. The number, which would shatter every record in cricket history, quickly sparked debate among fans and experts alike. But what’s the truth behind this unbelievable claim? Let’s break it down step by step. AspectActual FactBowlerKim Garth (Australia)Delivery SpeedAround 115 kmphViral Claim159.6 kmphSource of ClaimEdited social media videoOfficial ConfirmationICC match data shows no delivery above 121 kmphRealityDRS caught faint edge; Mandhana dismissed; fake speed…

The India vs Australia 2nd T20I match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on October 31, 2025, began with an emotional tribute that touched the hearts of cricket fans across the world. Players from both sides — India and Australia — were seen wearing black armbands during the national anthems and throughout the game. But why exactly did both teams wear them today? Let’s understand the full story behind this heartfelt gesture. The Reason Behind Black Armbands The Indian and Australian players wore black armbands to pay tribute to Ben Austin, a 17-year-old Australian cricketer from Melbourne, who tragically passed…

India is all set to stage the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. The 50-over event will start on September 30 in Guwahati. India women will open the tournament with a clash against Sri Lanka women. In all, eight teams will feature in the 13th edition of the tournament. All teams will meet each other in a single round-robin format. So each team will play seven matches to qualify for the semi-finals. The top four sides on the points table will make it to the semis, scheduled for October 29 and 30. The tournament final will take place on November 2.…

The rivalry between India Women and Australia Women is one of the most competitive and entertaining battles in women’s cricket. Both teams have delivered memorable matches over the decades — from Harmanpreet Kaur’s Derby heroics to Alyssa Healy’s record-breaking knocks. As they met in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 2nd Semi-Final on October 30 in Navi Mumbai (Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy), let’s take a detailed look at their ODI head-to-head records, top performers, and statistics. IND-W vs AUS-W ODI Head-to-Head Record Australia Women have dominated the ODI rivalry, maintaining a strong upper hand over India Women since their…

Indian batting sensation Jemimah Rodrigues continues to shine on the world stage with her class and consistency. Her latest achievement — a match-winning 127 off 134 balls against Australia Women in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Semi-final — has taken her career to new heights. Let’s look at her complete century list across formats, including Tests, ODIs, T20Is, and domestic T20 leagues, updated till October 31, 2025. Highlight: Jemimah Rodrigues’ 127 vs Australia Women (WWC 2025 Semi-Final) This knock will be remembered as one of the greatest ODI innings in Indian women’s cricket history, blending elegance with composure in…

Navi Mumbai, October 30: India Women produced a sensational performance to beat defending champions Australia Women by 5 wickets in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. It was a night to remember for Indian fans as Jemimah Rodrigues (127)* and captain Harmanpreet Kaur (89) led India to chase down a mammoth target of 339 runs, completing the victory with 9 balls to spare. Match Summary DetailInformationMatchICC Women’s World Cup 2025, 2nd Semi-FinalVenueDr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi MumbaiResultIndia Women won by 5 wicketsTossAustralia Women chose to batAustralia Women338 all out…

India’s skipper Harmanpreet Kaur once again proved why she’s one of the most dependable batters in world cricket. In the 2nd Semi-Final of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai, Harmanpreet led India’s chase with a brilliant knock of 89 runs off 88 balls, forming a record-breaking partnership with Jemimah Rodrigues. Match Overview DetailInformationMatchIndia Women vs Australia Women, 2nd Semi-Final, ICC Women’s World Cup 2025VenueDr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi MumbaiDateThursday, October 30, 2025TossAustralia Women won and chose to batAustralia’s Score338 all out (49.5 overs)India’s Score (at time of dismissal)226/3 (35.2 overs)Result…

A Heartbreaking Tragedy Shocks Australian Cricket – The Australian cricket community is mourning the devastating loss of Ben Austin, a 17-year-old cricketer from Melbourne, who tragically passed away after being struck by a cricket ball during a practice session. The young player was training at the Ferntree Gully Cricket Club when a ball hit him on the neck area, leading to critical injuries that proved fatal. Ben’s untimely death has sent shockwaves through the cricket world, drawing heartbreaking comparisons to the 2014 tragedy of Phillip Hughes, who also died after being struck in the neck during a domestic match. The…

Australia’s young left-handed batting star Phoebe Litchfield has quickly established herself as one of the most talented and technically sound players in modern women’s cricket. Known for her graceful stroke play and calm approach at the crease, she has already scored multiple centuries in international cricket before turning 23. From her ODI brilliance to consistent runs in T20Is and domestic leagues, Litchfield’s rise has been remarkable and continues to inspire Australia’s next generation of cricketers. Latest Highlight (Oct 30, 2025 – ODI Century vs India Women) Phoebe Litchfield recently smashed a match-winning century (119 off 93 balls)* against India Women…