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India's Historic Chase: Rodrigues and Kaur Power Women to World Cup Final

Indian women's cricket made history by stunning defending champions Australia in the ICC Women's World Cup semi-final at DY Patel Stadium. A record-breaking 339-run chase, spearheaded by Jemimah Rodrigues unbeaten 127 and Harmanpreet Kaur's fluent 89, secured India's spot in the final against first-time finalists South Africa, ending Australia's 15-match unbeaten streak.

| Updated on: Oct 31, 2025 | 01:38 PM
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India's womens cricket team made history last night at the DY Patel Stadium in Navi Mumbai, securing a spot in the ICC Women's World Cup final after a stunning victory over defending champions Australia.

In a match filled with records and brilliance, India successfully chased down a formidable target of 339, reaching 341 for 5 in just 48.3 overs. This remarkable feat marks the highest successful chase in womens One Day International history.

The chase was powered by an outstanding performance from Jemimah Rodrigues, who scored an unbeaten 127 runs from 134 balls, earning her the Player of the Match award. She forged a crucial 167-run partnership with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, who contributed a fluent 89 runs off 88 balls.

Their partnership effectively dismantled Australia’s formidable 15-match unbeaten streak, which spanned two World Cups. India will now face first-time finalists South Africa in Sundays title clash.