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
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, 2nd Semi-Final |
| Venue | Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| Result | India Women won by 5 wickets |
| Toss | Australia Women chose to bat |
| Australia Women | 338 all out (49.5 overs) |
| India Women | 341/5 (48.3 overs) |
Jemimah Rodrigues Anchors Historic Chase
Jemimah Rodrigues was the star of the evening, scoring a magnificent unbeaten 127 off 134 balls, decorated with 14 boundaries. Her calmness under pressure and smart shot selection guided India’s innings from early trouble to complete dominance.
Rodrigues paced her knock beautifully — rotating the strike early and accelerating in the latter stages with perfect timing. She was named Player of the Match for her match-winning performance.
Harmanpreet Kaur’s Captain’s Knock of 89
Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur once again rose to the big occasion. Coming in when India were 59/2, she took charge with confidence and power. Her 89 runs off 88 balls included 10 fours and 2 sixes.
Harmanpreet and Jemimah stitched together a 167-run partnership for the third wicket, which turned the game in India’s favor. It became India’s highest-ever partnership in Women’s World Cup knockout matches and one of the finest stands in Indian cricket history.
Late Fireworks Seal the Win
After Harmanpreet’s dismissal, India still needed 113 runs from 88 balls. Deepti Sharma (24 off 17) and Richa Ghosh (26 off 16) played quick cameos, keeping the required rate under control.
In the end, Amanjot Kaur (15 off 8)* joined Rodrigues to finish the chase stylishly. India reached 341/5 in 48.3 overs, completing a famous victory that will be remembered for years.
Australia’s Effort: Litchfield and Perry Lead the Way
Australia posted a strong total of 338 runs, powered by Phoebe Litchfield’s 119 off 93 balls and Ellyse Perry’s 77 off 88 balls.
Ashleigh Gardner added quick runs at the end with 63 off 45, but India’s bowlers, led by Deepti Sharma (2/73) and Shree Charani (2/49), fought back well in the final overs to limit the total below 340.
Key Stats
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Highest Partnership (IND-WC Knockouts) | 167 – Kaur & Rodrigues (2025 Semi-Final) |
| Top Scorer (Match) | Jemimah Rodrigues – 127* |
| Most 50+ Scores in WC Knockouts (India) | Harmanpreet Kaur – 3 |
| Target Chased | 339 – India’s highest successful chase in Women’s World Cup history |
Expert Views
Cricket experts hailed India’s chase as “the best in Women’s ODI World Cup history.”
Former cricketer and commentator Anjum Chopra said,
“Jemimah played with maturity beyond her years, and Harman’s leadership under pressure was outstanding. This victory defines modern Indian women’s cricket.”
India March to the Final
With this victory, India Women booked their place in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Final, set to be played on Sunday, November 2, at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.
The win also ended Australia’s dream of another consecutive title and showcased India’s growing dominance in world cricket.
Read more: Harmanpreet Kaur Captaincy Record
Final Word
India’s chase of 339 runs wasn’t just a win — it was a statement.
From Harmanpreet’s fighting knock to Jemimah’s composed brilliance, every moment reflected the strength and belief of a team ready to conquer the world stage.
The Women in Blue have written another golden chapter in Indian cricket history — and the nation will now wait eagerly for the final showdown.
