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The Indian Women's Cricket Team scripted a monumental victory at the DY Patil Stadium yesterday, defeating defending champions Australia by five wickets in a thrilling second semi-final of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025. In an innings defined by composure and sheer grit, India successfully chased down a colossal target of 339 runs, setting a new world record for the highest successful run-chase in Women's ODI history. India will now face South Africa in the Final on Sunday.Monte Carlo Mens Solid Lace Up Genuine Leather Casual Shoes (201803FW)
Australia’s Innings: Litchfield Slams Fastest Knockout Century
Australia, after winning the toss and electing to bat, posted a commanding total of 338 all out in 49.5 overs.
Opener Phoebe Litchfield led the charge, scoring a brilliant 119 runs off 93 balls, which included the fastest century ever recorded in a Women's World Cup knockout match.
She received solid support from Ellyse Perry (77) and a quickfire half-century from Ashleigh Gardner (63).
India's bowling was patchy, but late wickets from Shree Charani (2/49) and Deepti Sharma (2/73) helped restrict the scoring slightly towards the end.Also Read; Shipment of GI-Tagged Lemons from India to the UK; Info on ‘Indi Nimbu’ and ‘Puliyankudi Lemon’
India’s Chase: Jemimah and Harmanpreet Power the Record
Facing a seemingly insurmountable target of 339, India overcame an early wobble after losing both openers, Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, cheaply in the Powerplay (59/2).
Jemimah Rodrigues (promoted to number 3) and Captain Harmanpreet Kaur anchored the innings with a sensational 167-run partnership for the third wicket, the highest partnership against Australia in Women's World Cup history.
Rodrigues played the anchor role, compiling a magnificent, unbeaten 127 runs off 134 balls (14 boundaries). Her performance was particularly gutsy, as she was given three crucial lifelines after being dropped by Australian fielders (on scores of 52, 83, and 106).
Harmanpreet Kaur rediscovered her 2017 semi-final form, smashing an aggressive 89 off 88 balls (10 fours, 2 sixes) before being dismissed with 113 runs still needed.
Crucial late cameos from Richa Ghosh (26 off 16 balls) and Amanjot Kaur (15* off 8 balls) ensured the momentum never shifted back to Australia.
India finished at 341/5 in 48.3 overs, sealing a famous five-wicket win and ending Australia's 16-match unbeaten streak in the World Cup.
Team | Scorecard | Result | Key Performers |
Australia Women | 338 all out (49.5 overs) | Lost | P. Litchfield (119), E. Perry (77), S. Charani (2/49) |
India Women | 341/5 (48.3 overs) | Won by 5 wickets | J. Rodrigues (127*), H. Kaur (89), A. Kaur (15*) |
Player of the Match: Jemimah Rodrigues (India)