IND W vs AUS W Semifinal Match Report: Jemimah Rodrigues produced a magnificent century under pressure to power India into the final of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, securing a memorable five-wicket win over defending champions Australia.
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Earlier in the day, Phoebe Litchfield stole the show for Australia with a breathtaking 119 off 93 balls, anchoring their innings to a commanding 338 all out, the highest-ever total in a Women’s World Cup semi-final. She found strong support from Ellyse Perry, who struck a composed 77 off 88, as the duo added a massive 155-run stand for the second wicket. Later, Ashleigh Gardner’s quickfire 63 off 45 balls propelled the Southern Stars further ahead, leaving India with a daunting chase.
Despite a tough outing for the Indian bowlers, young spinner Shree Charani (2/49 in 10 overs) stood out with her disciplined spell, while Deepti Sharma (2/73) chipped in with crucial breakthroughs.
However, it was Rodrigues’ sublime knock that turned the game on its head, guiding India home in spectacular fashion and sealing their place in the Women’s World Cup 2025 final.
For the first time in ODI World Cup history – men’s or women’s, a team has successfully chased a 300-plus total in a knockout match. The previous record was 298, set by New Zealand against South Africa in the 2015 Men’s World Cup semifinal in Auckland.
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