At DY Patil Stadium, India scripted history — chasing 339 to beat Australia by five wickets! 🇮🇳🔥
India scored 341/5 in 48.3 overs, pulling off the highest-ever chase in Women’s ODI history to storm into the 2025 World Cup final.
Jemimah Rodrigues remained unbeaten on 127, showing nerves of steel and elegant strokeplay. Her innings turned the game completely!
A sensational 167-run stand between Jemimah (127*) and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (89 off 88) rebuilt India after early blows.
Australia posted a commanding 338, led by Phoebe Litchfield’s 119, supported by Perry (77) and Gardner (63).
From 59/2, India showed fight and focus. Rodrigues and Harmanpreet rotated strike smartly, mixing aggression with calm.
When Amanjot Kaur hit the winning boundary, Rodrigues dropped to her knees in tears — India ended Australia’s 15-match unbeaten World Cup streak!
India will now face South Africa in the final on Sunday in Guwahati. A new champion will be crowned! 🏆🇮🇳
✅ India – 341/5 (48.3 overs) ⭐ Rodrigues – 127* (Unbeaten Hero) 🏏 Australia – 338 (Litchfield 119) 🎯 India won by 5 wickets – Highest Chase in WODI History