India Women Make History in World Cup Semi-Final

On October 31, 2025, Indian women’s cricket team created history by defeating Australia in the Women’s World Cup semi-final held at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. This thrilling match saw Australia setting a challenging target by scoring 338 runs in their first innings. However, the incredible performances from Indian players turned the match in their favor.

Leading the charge was Harmanpreet Kaur, who scored a commendable 89 runs off 88 balls, but the standout performance was from Jemimah Rodrigues. She played a remarkable innings, scoring an unbeaten 127 runs in 134 balls. Together, they orchestrated a stunning chase that led India to victory by five wickets.

This victory was monumental as it not only marked the highest ever chase in Women’s ODI history, surpassing Australia’s previous record of 331 runs against India earlier in the tournament, but also ended Australia’s impressive unbeaten streak that lasted 15 matches. The last time Australia lost before this match was against India in the 2017 World Cup semi-final.

After the match, an emotional Jemimah Rodrigues expressed her gratitude during the post-match presentation. She thanked her family, coach, and God for their support, reflecting on the hard journey it took to reach this moment. Her tearful joy was shared by her teammates, as they celebrated a win that resonated deeply with fans and players alike, highlighting the growth of women's cricket in India.

This stunning victory has not only boosted the morale of the Indian women's team but has also inspired a generation of young cricketers in the country to pursue the sport with passion and dedication. As they move forward in the tournament, the women in blue have shown that they are a force to be reckoned with on the world stage.