Record Chase Sends India To Final vs South Africa

India defeated defending champions Australia in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup semi at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, successfully chasing a record 339 to win by five wickets and advance to the final. Jemimah Rodrigues anchored the chase with an unbeaten 127 off 134, supported by captain Harmanpreet Kaur (89), and was named Player of the Match. India will face South Africa in the final at DY Patil, with a reserve day in place and forecasts of dew and rain that could affect conditions. South Africa, led by Laura Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp, arrive with momentum after beating England but must adapt to unfamiliar Navi Mumbai conditions. Rodrigues has spoken openly about battling anxiety during the tournament, and commentators and former players say a final win for either side could be transformational for women’s cricket given recent growth from the WPL and pay-parity moves.