Women's cricket in India has reached new heights. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, the Indian women's cricket team created history as they won the Women's World Cup 2025, their first world title. The victory came with record-breaking rewards, India earned USD 4.48 million (around Rs 39.78 crore), the largest prize money in Cricket World Cup history, and an additional Rs 51 crore as bonus from the BCCI.

However, things were very different in the past. Legendary cricketer Mithali Raj, who is still India’s highest run-scorer in women’s ODIs, recently spoke about the struggles during her early playing days. In an interview earlier this year, Mithali revealed that when India finished runners-up in the 2005 Women’s World Cup, the players received only Rs 1,000 per match. Her words have once again reminded fans of how far women’s cricket has come.

Between 1973 and 2006, women’s cricket in India was governed by the Women’s Cricket Association of India (WCAI) before merging with the BCCI in November 2006. During that period, the players faced several hardships and little recognition for their efforts, as Mithali revealed in a heartfelt interview.

Mithali Raj Opens Up on Life Before BCCI Merger

“There were no annual contracts. There were no match fees. When we finished runners-up in the Women's World Cup 2005, we were given Rs 1,000 per match. Just for that tournament. We didn’t have any match fees otherwise,” Mithali shared, recalling the challenges of the early years.

“There was absolutely no money in the sport, so where would we get match fees from? These (match fees and annual contracts) started when things came under the BCCI. First, we were given per series, then per game, and only recently has there been pay equity with the men's team,” she added.

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In October 2022, then BCCI Secretary Jay Shah made a historic announcement, both men’s and women’s players would receive equal match fees. This meant Rs 15 lakh per Test, Rs 6 lakh per ODI, and Rs 3 lakh per T20I. Mithali’s old remarks show how much women’s cricket in India has grown, from Rs 1,000 per match to equal pay and global glory.

A new name has topped the charts in women’s cricket, with Laura Wolvaardt reaching No.1 in the ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings. The captain of South Africa experienced outstanding success at the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, has seen her rise above the rest with a record-breaking tournament.

Wolvaardt overtook India’s Smriti Mandhana, who had dominated the rankings throughout the World Cup. The Proteas skipper’s outstanding performances in India included scoring centuries in both the semi-final and final, taking her total to 571 runs, the most by any player in a single edition of the Women’s World Cup. This remarkable run lifted her to the top with a career-best rating of 814, marking a two-spot jump in the rankings.

Mandhana, despite losing the top position, had a fantastic campaign herself. The Indian opener was named in the Team of the Tournament and now sits second in the rankings with a rating of 811. Meanwhile, Australia’s Ellyse Perry moved into the top ten, climbing to joint seventh (669) alongside New Zealand’s Sophie Devine, who recently announced her retirement from ODI cricket.

Jemimah Rodrigues, Phoebe Litchfield Among Biggest Gainers

India’s Jemimah Rodrigues also made headlines, breaking into the top ten after her match-winning century against Australia in the semi-final in Navi Mumbai. Australia’s Phoebe Litchfield surged up 13 spots to a career-high 13th position (637), thanks to her brilliant century in the same game.

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There were also major shifts in the Bowling and All-Rounder Rankings. South Africa’s Marizanne Kapp climbed two spots to a rating of 712, closing in on England’s Sophie Ecclestone for the No.1 bowler position, following her stunning 5/20 spell against England in the semi-final. India’s Deepti Sharma, named the Player of the Tournament, moved up to fourth in the all-rounder rankings (392) after her all-round heroics in the knockouts. Meanwhile, Nadine de Klerk jumped two places to 10th among all-rounders, wrapping up a strong World Cup campaign for the Proteas.

Star India cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues has given a cheerful response to legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar’s lighthearted request to sing a song with her. On October 30, after India’s thrilling semi-final win against Australia in the Women’s World Cup 2025, where Jemimah played a match-winning knock of an unbeaten 127 runs, Gavaskar made a fun promise during a discussion on India Today. The cricket legend said that if India went on to win the World Cup, he would love to sing a song with Jemimah.

Gavaskar had said, “All I can say is that if India wins the World Cup, she (Jemi) and I, if she’s okay to do that, we will sing a song together, she with her guitar and I will sing a song.” India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, fulfilled that dream on November 2 by defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, to lift the prestigious trophy.

Just two days after India’s historic win, on Tuesday, November 4, Jemimah Rodrigues took to Instagram to respond to Gavaskar’s message. She wrote, “Hi, Sunil Gavaskar sir. I saw your message and you said that if India win the World Cup, we will both sing a song together. So, I’m ready with my guitar, hope you are ready with your mic. Lots of love sir, thank you for everything.” Fans are now eagerly waiting to see the two cricket icons share the stage for this much-anticipated duet.

Jemimah Rodrigues’ Key Role in India’s World Cup Triumph

Jemimah Rodrigues was one of India’s key players of the Women’s World Cup 2025. The right-handed batswoman played eight matches, scoring a total of 292 runs across seven innings, impressively averaging 58.40 and with a strike rate of 101.03. Her best outing was in the semi-final against Australia, where she scored an unbeaten 127 runs to guide India to a record 339 run chase, the highest successful pursuit in Women’s ODI history.

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Overall, the age 25 has also been one of India’s most consistent performers, having represented her national side in 59 ODIs for 1,749 runs in 56 innings at an average of 34.98 and a strike rate of 89.83. Jemimah has also scored eight fifties and three hundreds and continues to grow as a bright star of Indian cricket, on and off the field.

Sunidhi Chauhan, an Indian singing icon, will perform during the mid-innings show of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final between India and South Africa on Sunday, November 2, at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The final is expected to be an unforgettable celebration of cricket and entertainment as one of the most versatile singers takes center stage.

The evening of cricketing glory will begin with Sunidhi Chauhan rendering the Indian national anthem, while Tarynn Bank from Cape Town will lend her voice to the South African anthem. At the mid-innings break, spectators will be treated to a laser spectacle, drone formations, and a 350-member mass-cast performance, all leading up to Chauhan’s high-energy concert.

Sunidhi will perform a medley of her popular songs, accompanied by 60 dancers and fireworks effects, designed by famous choreographer Sanjay Shetty. The performance aims to create a once-in-a-lifetime experience for fans as India aims for glory on home soil.

Sunidhi’s Excitement Ahead of the Big Stage

Expressing her excitement, Sunidhi said she was honored to be part of such a historic event. “It’s an honor to be performing at the Women’s World Cup, and I am really looking forward to the big day. With India in the final and the stands packed with enthusiastic fans, I’m sure the atmosphere will be electric, and it will be a day all of us will remember for long,” she shared.

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At just 13 years old, Sunidhi burst onto the Indian music scene with her hit song Ruki Ruki Si Zindagi from Mast, marking the start of an extraordinary career. Over the years, she has sold over 50 million records worldwide, judged major reality shows like The Voice India and Indian Idol, and even opened for Coldplay in New York in 2015. Featured four times in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list, Sunidhi continues to be one of the most powerful voices in Indian music.

Australia’s golden run in women’s cricket came to a halt on Thursday night as the defending champions were knocked out of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 following a heartbreaking five-wicket defeat to India in the semifinal at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

Batting first, Australia looked set for another commanding total when they reached 220 for 2 in the 34th over, thanks to Phoebe Litchfield’s sublime 119 and Ellyse Perry’s 77. However, a late collapse saw them bowled out for 338 in 49.5 overs, around 20 runs short of what they might have hoped for.

India, led by Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 127 and Harmanpreet Kaur’s 89, produced a stunning chase, the highest successful pursuit in women’s ODI history, to dethrone the seven-time champions and book a place in Sunday’s final against South Africa.

Speaking after the loss, Australian captain Alyssa Healy was candid in her assessment, admitting her side had only themselves to blame for failing to defend the total. “Good contest in the end. Probably reflecting on that, we did that to ourselves a little bit. It’s probably the first time I’ve felt like we’ve done that,” Healy said. “We didn’t finish off with the bat, didn’t bowl that great, and dropped our chances in the field, and still hung in there until the second last over. So, we can take something from that, but ultimately, we were outdone in the end.”

Healy praises Litchfield and Gardner, admits Australia fell short in key moments

Australia’s usually sharp fielding deserted them at crucial moments, with three dropped catches, including two off Jemimah Rodrigues, proving costly. “I think we created enough chances and pressure, but just weren’t able to capitalise. I’m at fault for that as well, and that’s something Australia really prides itself on. We kind of let ourselves down in that regard,” Healy said.

The defeat carried echoes of Australia’s T20 World Cup semifinal loss to South Africa in 2024, something Healy herself acknowledged. “It felt a little bit similar to this time last year, going out not playing the way we wanted to. We’ll learn from that, we’ll grow, and hopefully, our one-day cricket will improve since.”

Despite the disappointment, Healy was proud of her team’s overall campaign and the consistency they displayed through the tournament. “I think we’ve played some unbelievable cricket. Semi-finals are knockout games, if you don’t turn up on that evening, anyone can get you. Every single player contributed at some point, and that’s what makes it sting a little bit more.”

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The 35-year-old also praised the next generation of Australian talent, particularly Phoebe Litchfield, whose classy century at the top of the order stood out in the semifinal. “Phoebe was sensational today, set us off really nicely and went on to make a hundred, which was crucial. It’s been fun to watch her unfold, and the next four years leading into the next ODI World Cup are going to be really exciting.”

Healy also highlighted Ash Gardner’s emergence as a finisher in the middle order, crediting her for “completely owning that No.6, No.7 role” during the tournament.

Healy confirms final ODI World Cup appearance, leaves behind a golden legacy in Australian cricket

In a poignant moment, Healy confirmed that the semifinal was her final appearance in an ODI World Cup. “I won’t be there now, there you go,” she said with a smile. “That’s the beauty of this next cycle. We’re going to see it unfold. There’s a T20 World Cup next year, which is really exciting, but I think our one-day cricket is going to shift a little again. We’ll learn from tonight, grow, and get better.”

Alyssa Healy bows out of ODI World Cups as one of Australia’s modern greats, having played 123 matches and scored 3,563 runs at an average of 35.98, with seven hundreds and 18 fifties, along with countless match-winning contributions behind the stumps and with the bat.

Her legacy, however, will live on, not only through the records she leaves behind but through the fearless, attacking brand of cricket she helped define for Australia’s golden generation.

As India march on to the final, Australia, under Healy’s leadership, walk away knowing that even in defeat, their competitive spirit and commitment to excellence remain unmatched.

The Indian women’s cricket team created history in Navi Mumbai on Thursday with an unforgettable performance. They chased down a huge target of 339 runs against defending champions Australia to reach the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final.

India finished on 341/5 with nine balls remaining, the highest successful chase ever in Women's ODI record history. It was a night when calmness, confidence, and teamwork led by Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur took India into the cricket history record books.

Let's have a look at the top four most successful run chases in Women's ODI history, which showcased the true power of determination and skill, and batting performance:

4. Australia – 289/5 vs New Zealand, North Sydney Oval, 2012 (Target: 289): Lanning and Coyte Steer Aussies to Record-Breaking 289 Chase

This record stood tall for years and underlined Australia's powerful batting in high-scoring games. New Zealand had made 288/6 thanks to Amy Satterthwaite’s 109 and fifties from Suzie Bates and Sara McGlashan.

Australia were steadier, with Meg Lanning (72) and Rachael Haynes (70) contributing well at the top of the order and Sarah Coyte (51*) finishing calmly as they achieved 289/6 in 46.4 overs, winning by four wickets with 20 balls to spare.

3. Sri Lanka – 305/4 vs South Africa, Potchefstroom, 2024 (Target: 302): Athapaththu's Record 195* Powers Highest-Ever WODI Chase

Chamari Athapaththu once again showed why she is one of the most dangerous players in the world. Chasing 302 against South Africa, she played one of the greatest knocks in women’s cricket, an unbeaten 195 from just 139 balls, including 26 fours and five sixes.

Nilakshika Silva supported her well with a calm 50*. Sri Lanka reached the target easily in 44.3 overs, winning by six wickets. Even Laura Wolvaardt’s fine 184* for South Africa could not stop Athapaththu’s heroics.

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2. Australia – 331/7 vs India, Vizag, 2025 (Target: 331): Healy Heroics- When Australia Broke the Barrier

This was a thrilling World Cup group-stage match in which Australia chased down a huge 331 against India. A very strong platform was set by Smriti Mandhana's 80 and Pratika Rawal's 75. However, Alyssa Healy's 142 from 107 balls turned the match around.

With contributions from Phoebe Litchfield (40) and Ashleigh Gardner (45), Australia achieved the target with six balls to spare and three wickets in hand, breaking the record for the highest chase.

1. India – 341/5 vs Australia, DY Patil Stadium, 2025 (Target: 339): India Rewrites History: The World Record Chase

In front of a packed crowd in Navi Mumbai, India, he pulled off the impossible. Jemimah Rodrigues led the way with a stunning unbeaten 127, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur blasted 89 off 88.

Their 167-run partnership calmed India's nerves before Deepti Sharma (24) and Richa Ghosh (26) carried the remainder of the innings home. Australia’s 338 total, with Phoebe Litchfield's 119 and Ellyse Perry's 77, appeared safe stock until India's fearless chase rewrote history.

Summary

The Indian women's cricket team made history by completing the highest-ever successful run chase in Women's ODI history, defeating Australia in the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup semi-final by chasing down a massive target of 339. 

This sensational victory, anchored by an unbeaten 127 from Jemimah Rodrigues and 89 from captain Harmanpreet Kaur, shattered the record set by Australia (331 vs. India) earlier in the tournament, marking an unforgettable moment of skill and determination. The performance tops the list of WODI run chases, highlighting the recent surge in high-scoring games in women's cricket.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the highest successful run chase in Women's ODI (WODI) history?

 The highest successful run chase in WODI history is 339 runs, achieved by India Women against Australia in the ICC Women's World Cup semi-final in 2025.

Which player has the highest individual score in a successful WODI run chase?

The highest individual score in a successful WODI chase is 195* runs, scored by Chamari Athapaththu for Sri Lanka against South Africa in 2024 (chasing 302).

Who held the WODI run chase record immediately before India's 339-run chase?

Australia Women held the previous record, having chased down a target of 331 runs against India Women in a group stage match of the same 2025 World Cup just days earlier.

Has a target of over 300 runs been successfully chased multiple times in Women's ODIs?

Yes, a target over 300 runs has been successfully chased three times: India's 339, Australia's 331, and Sri Lanka's 302.

Virat Kohli was one of the first people to congratulate India on their momentous achievement in the semi-final of the Women's World Cup 2025, as Harmanpreet Kaur's team stunned Australia in Navi Mumbai on Thursday night. The star batter for India took to social media to applaud the team's "resilience, belief, and passion" after Australia was chased down for 339 runs, the highest successful chase in women's ODI history. 

"What a victory from our team against a mighty opponent like Australia. Amazing chase by the girls and great performance by Jemimah, regarding big games. True resilience, belief, and passion showed with a great win, Team India," Kohli said on X (Twitter).

It was an occasion to remember at the DY Patil Stadium, introduced by Jemimah Rodrigues and her career-defining performances on the night. The 24-year-old's score of 127 not out of 134 balls took India to a famous five-wicket victory, with nine balls to spare. The partnership of 167 with captain Harmanpreet Kaur (89) broke the hold on Australia and set a series of records.

What a victory by our team over a mighty opponent like Australia. A great chase by the girls and a standout performance by Jemimah in a big game. A true display of resilience, belief, and passion. Well done, Team India! 🇮🇳

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) October 31, 2025

Since 2017, Australia had been undefeated in World Cups and seemed on track for yet another final after setting a challenging target of 338. But, in front of a raucous home crowd, Jemimah and Harmanpreet's partnership turned the tables. They combined smart aggression with cool-headedness, finding gaps and punishing weak balls to keep the chase in business.

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When Harmanpreet left in the 43rd over, India needed 55 runs, but Jemimah kept it together, carrying India home and calling in one of the more emotional recent victories in team history. As the winning runs were struck, both Jemimah and their captain were crying, the burden of years of heartbreak finally lifted.

Jemimah Rodrigues leads India to historic win over Australia to reach the Women’s World Cup final

For Jemimah, the innings was intensely personal. After being named Player of the Match, she cited her faith and family for getting her through the rough times. "First, I want to thank Jesus - I couldn't have done it on my own. The last six months have been really hard. I was dropped from the World Cup the previous year, and I cried every day for a long time. I went through times of anxiety but still showed up. God saw me through."

The victory also marked the conclusion of Australia's 15-match unbeaten run spanning two editions of the World Cup and paved the way for a new champion to be crowned this year. India will take on South Africa in the final on Sunday - the third occasion India has appeared in a Women’s ODI World Cup final - with hope, momentum, and history behind them.

Jemimah Rodrigues played one of the great innings in Indian women's cricket when she helped India to an unforgettable victory over Australia in the semifinal of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. The contest took place at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, as India chased down an extraordinary target of 339 runs against the former champions. Jemimah scored an unbeaten 127 off 134 balls, including 14 stunning fours, while staying calm and composed under pressure.

Her brilliant innings ended Australia’s eight-year winning run in World Cup cricket and helped India reach the final. The 25-year-old from Mumbai was emotional after the match as she received the ‘Player of the Match’ award. She thanked her family for supporting her through tough times and shared that she didn’t even know she would bat at number three until just before going in to play.

“Firstly, I want to thank Jesus. I couldn’t have carried it alone. Thanks to him. To my dad and mum and to everyone who have carried me. Last six months have been tough,” said Rodrigues. “I didn’t know I was batting at three. The discussion was going on and I said let me know. Five minutes before, I knew I was batting at three. It was not about proving myself but it was about taking India home. We have lost in crunch situations.”

Jemimah Rodrigues opens up on anxiety, faith, and mental strength

When asked why she didn’t celebrate her century, Jemimah Rodrigues said her only goal was to take India over the line. She opened up about the emotional and mental struggles she faced after being dropped from the World Cup squad last year. “Today, it wasn’t about my fifty or my hundred. It was about winning for India. I know I was dropped a few chances but God carried me throughout. Last year, I was dropped from this World Cup. I was in form but things kept happening. I have amazing people around me. I have cried every day. I was going through anxiety. It was a challenge for me. I just had to show up every day and God carried me through,” she said.

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— Vinod (@we_knowd) October 30, 2025

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Reflecting on her crucial partnerships with captain Harmanpreet Kaur and all-rounder Deepti Sharma, Jemimah added, “Initially, I keep talking to myself. In the end, I was just murmuring one scripture from the Bible. It says, ‘stand still and God will help you.’ I just tried to stay till the calm. In the end, to see India winning by five wickets, I couldn’t stop myself.” She continued, “When Harry Di came, we spoke about building a partnership. Deepti kept talking with me every ball. Richa also spoke with me. When I was finding it hard, my teammates lifted me.”

India will now face South Africa in the final of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 on Sunday, November 2. With Jemimah Rodrigues in top form and full of belief, India will aim to lift their first-ever Women’s World Cup trophy.

Jemimah Rodrigues single-handedly brought an end to Australia’s eight-year dominance in the ICC Women’s World Cup with a sensational match-winning innings in the semifinal at the DY Patil Stadium on Thursday night. The Mumbai cricketer’s composed yet aggressive century guided India to a record chase, sending the seven-time champions crashing out of the tournament. With this amazing achievement, Rodrigues became the second Indian to score a century in a Women's ODI World Cup semifinal.

After the match, a touching photo surfaced of Jemimah hugging her parents, summarizing the emotion behind India's famous win. While fans and the greats of the game praised the young cricketer for her audaciousness and match-winning mentality, India's victory was especially sweet against the dominant defending champions who had been ruling the tournament for nearly a decade. 

During the post-match presentation, Jemimah revealed that she found out about her batting position just minutes before walking in. She said, “Did not know I was batting at three. Was taking a shower, just told them to let me know. Five minutes before entering in, I was told I was batting at three. Not about me, wanted to win this match for India, and wanted to take this through. Today was not about my fifty or my hundred, about making India win,” she added.

India win over Australia in a record chase

The thrilling semifinal in Navi Mumbai turned into a night to remember as India chased down a massive 339-run target to knock out the seven-time world champions. Jemimah Rodrigues made the most of Australia’s dropped catches, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur played a crucial knock of 89 runs to guide India home.

Jemimah Rodrigues getting emotional after hugging her parents. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/HbUIPcJPPV

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) October 30, 2025

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For Australia, Kim Garth (2/46) and Annabel Sutherland (2/69) took key wickets, but poor fielding cost them dearly. Earlier, Australia had posted 338/6 with Phoebe Litchfield’s 119, Ellyse Perry’s 77, and Ashleigh Gardner’s 65 setting up a strong total. India’s young spinner Shree Charani impressed with 2/49, while Deepti Sharma also took two wickets. The win not only sent India into the final but also marked the end of Australia’s long World Cup dominance.

India Women pulled off a stunning five-wicket win over defending champions Australia Women in the second semifinal of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

Jemimah Rodrigues played a brilliant unbeaten innings to lead India’s record-breaking chase of 339 runs, guiding the team into the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final against South Africa Women. It was one of the most memorable victories in women’s cricket history, breaking Australia’s dominance in World Cup knockouts and marking a historic moment for Indian women’s cricket.

After winning the toss, Australia Women chose to bat first and posted a massive total of 338 runs in 49.5 overs. Phoebe Litchfield scored a sensational 119 off 93 balls with 17 fours and 3 sixes, while Ellyse Perry added 77 and Ashleigh Gardner smashed a quick 63.

However, India Women’s bowlers turned the tide in the final overs, with Shree Charani and Deepti Sharma picking up two wickets each to restrict the Australia Women’s team from crossing the 340 mark.

Chasing 339, India lost openers Shafali Verma (10) and Smriti Mandhana (24) early to Kim Garth, leaving them under pressure. But Jemimah Rodrigues and captain Harmanpreet Kaur led India’s fightback with a strong 167-run stand for the third wicket. Harmanpreet scored 89 off 88 balls, while Rodrigues stayed calm till the end with an unbeaten 127 from 134 balls.

Deepti Sharma and Richa Ghosh added valuable runs in the closing overs before Amanjot Kaur sealed the game with a winning boundary at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. India Women chased down the massive target with nine balls to spare, registering the highest-ever successful run chase in ICC Women’s World Cup history.

This thrilling victory propelled the Indian women’s cricket team into the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final and ended Australia Women’s hopes of defending their title. It was a defining moment in women’s cricket, showcasing India’s resilience, teamwork, and determination on the biggest stage. Below are the main reasons for Australia Women’s defeat in the semi-final clash.

1. Dropped Catches Off Jemimah Rodrigues: The Costly Mistake That Ended Australia’s World Cup Run

During India's chase, Australia's fielders dropped important catches of Jemimah Rodrigues, including by Alyssa Healy when she was on 95. Of course, she went on to bat even deeper into the innings and guided India to victory. The dropped chances proved costly in the semifinal situation.

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2. The Game-Changing Indian Partnership That Rewrote Women’s World Cup History

Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur built a record 167-run pairing, which changed the game for India. They were calm and rotated the strike smartly to disrupt the Australian bowlers. When Kaur eventually got out, India were in complete control of the chase.

3. Poor Bowling Discipline and Costly Extras That Gifted India a Record-Breaking Chase

Australia has conceded 25 additional runs, which allowed India to keep their scoring rate without taking any chances. Their bowlers could not sustain that pressure, bowling wides or no-balls at important junctures. These errors made the historic chase much easier for India to complete.

FAQ's

1. How did India Women defeat Australia Women in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final?

India Women defeated Australia Women by five wickets in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. They successfully chased a massive 339-run target, led by Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 127 and a strong 167-run partnership with captain Harmanpreet Kaur.

2. What was the turning point in the India vs Australia Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final?

The turning point came with the record-breaking 167-run partnership between Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur. Their calm approach and intelligent strike rotation completely shifted momentum in India’s favor, setting the stage for a historic run chase.

3. How did dropped catches affect Australia Women’s chances in the semi-final?

Australia Women’s fielding lapses, especially dropped catches off Jemimah Rodrigues, proved costly. Alyssa Healy’s missed chance when Rodrigues was on 95 allowed her to continue batting and guide India to a memorable win.

4. What role did poor bowling discipline play in Australia’s defeat?

Australia’s poor bowling discipline and costly extras were major factors in their loss. They conceded 25 additional runs through wides and no-balls, which helped India maintain their scoring rate without taking unnecessary risks during the chase.

5. Why is India Women’s victory over Australia in the 2025 semi-final considered historic?

India Women’s win is considered historic because it marked the highest-ever successful run chase in ICC Women’s World Cup history. It also ended Australia Women’s dominance in knockout stages and sent India to the final against South Africa Women, showcasing a new era for Indian women’s cricket.