India Beat Australia to Reach Women's World Cup Final

India stunned defending champions Australia in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi‑final at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, chasing 339 to win by five wickets and finishing 341/5 in 48.3 overs — the highest successful chase in a World Cup knockout match. Jemimah Rodrigues produced an unbeaten century (127 off 134) and was named Best Fielder, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur made 89; their 167‑run third‑wicket partnership steadied the innings after early wickets. Useful cameos from Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh and Amanjot Kaur helped complete the chase, ending Australia’s run in the tournament. The win sends India into the final against South Africa at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The victory prompted nationwide celebrations and praise from cricketing greats and commentators, who hailed it as a landmark moment for Indian women’s cricket.