India vs Australia Highlights, ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Semifinal
In an unforgettable semifinal clash, India successfully chased a record target of 339 to reach the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final. Star batter Jemimah Rodrigues delivered a career-defining performance, scoring an unbeaten 127 runs off 134 balls.
Rodrigues Leads a Record-Breaking Chase
Rodrigues anchored India’s innings with calm authority. Her partnership with captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who struck a vital 89 off 88, laid the foundation for the historic run chase.
Key Contributions
- Jemimah Rodrigues: 127* (134 balls)
- Harmanpreet Kaur: 89 (88 balls)
- Deepti Sharma: 24 runs
- Richa Ghosh: 26 runs
India completed the chase with nine balls to spare, securing a five-wicket win that sent fans into jubilation at Navi Mumbai.
“The Navi Mumbai crowd has witnessed a run chase for the ages, the highest successful chase ever in a World Cup knockout game across both men’s and women’s cricket.”
Historic Moment and Emotional Victory
Tears flowed as Harmanpreet Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues embraced amid cheers from teammates. Australia’s dominance in World Cup ODI matches has finally ended; their last loss in the tournament was also to India in 2017.
With this triumph, India moves one step closer to lifting the championship trophy. The final, set for Sunday, 2nd November, will see India face South Africa for the world title.
Author’s Summary: Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 127 inspired India to a record-breaking semifinal victory over Australia, earning a spot in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final against South Africa.