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Women's World Cup 2025: India vs Australia: Poor Bowling Leads to India's Humiliating Defeat

By Gireesh Vasishta
Women's World Cup 2025: India vs Australia: Poor Bowling Leads to India's Humiliating Defeat

Batting first, India's opening batters laid a strong foundation. Pratika Rawal scored 75 runs off 96 balls, including one six and 10 fours, while Smriti Mandhana smashed 80 runs off 66 balls with nine fours and three sixes, providing an excellent start. The middle order contributed well, with Harleen Deol scoring 38 runs, captain Harmanpreet Kaur making 22, Jemimah Rodrigues adding 33, Richa Ghosh contributing 32, and Amanjot Kaur chipping in with 16. With contributions from all, India reached 330 all out in 48.5 overs.

Visakhapatnam: In the 13th match of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 held yesterday, India succumbed to Australia. Australia, having won the toss, opted to bowl first. The match, played at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, witnessed a run-fest from both teams.TIMEX Classics Analog Watch for Men with Round Dial & Water Resistant Man's Wrist Watches

Batting first, India's opening batters laid a strong foundation. Pratika Rawal scored 75 runs off 96 balls, including one six and 10 fours, while Smriti Mandhana smashed 80 runs off 66 balls with nine fours and three sixes, providing an excellent start. The middle order contributed well, with Harleen Deol scoring 38 runs, captain Harmanpreet Kaur making 22, Jemimah Rodrigues adding 33, Richa Ghosh contributing 32, and Amanjot Kaur chipping in with 16. With contributions from all, India reached 330 all out in 48.5 overs.Also Read: Arattai vs WhatsApp: India’s Homegrown Messaging App Sparks a Digital Sovereignty Debate

Chasing the challenging total, Australia's captain and opener Alyssa Healy led from the front with a stunning 142 runs off 107 balls, including 21 fours and three sixes, troubling the Indian bowlers. The other opener, Phoebe Litchfield, scored 40 runs before departing. Ellyse Perry remained unbeaten on 47, staying till the end, while the middle order failed to contribute significantly. However, Ashleigh Gardner's invaluable 45 runs bolstered the chase. Australia achieved the target of 331/7 with six balls to spare, surpassing India's massive total. India's bowling was lackluster, leading to their defeat in the 13th match.