India Women's Cricket Team Scripts History with Semifinal Win Over Australia
India's women's cricket team made history by defeating Australia in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 semifinal, chasing down 339 runs with Jemimah Rodrigues scoring an unbeaten 127 and Harmanpreet Kaur contributing 89. The victory ended Australia's 15-match World Cup unbeaten streak and sent India into the final against South Africa.
The Indian women's cricket team celebrated a historic victory over Australia in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 semifinal, securing a five-wicket win with eight balls to spare. Jemimah Rodrigues delivered a match-winning, unbeaten 127 off 134 balls, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur added 89, forming a record 167-run partnership. India chased down Australia's 338, the highest successful chase in Women's ODI history and the largest in Women's World Cup knockout matches. The win ended Australia's 15-match unbeaten streak in World Cup knockouts and propelled India into the final against South Africa. The nation erupted in celebration, with fans likening the joy to Diwali. Social media buzzed with praise for the 'Women in Blue,' and cricket legends lauded the team's fearless performance. Rodrigues' maiden World Cup century was a moment of redemption, while Harmanpreet's aggressive batting provided crucial momentum. The victory marked a turning point for women's cricket in India, with widespread recognition of the team's achievement.
