Jemimah Rodrigues Scripts History in IND vs AUS WC Semifinal 2025
India Women Enter Final After Record-Breaking Win
The Indian Women’s cricket team scripted history on Thursday night, defeating defending champions Australia in the second semifinal of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Despite Australia posting a massive total of 338 runs, India successfully chased it down, powered by Jemimah Rodrigues’ majestic unbeaten century and Harmanpreet Kaur’s captain’s knock of 89 runs. So let’s look at Jemimah Rodrigues Scripts History in IND vs AUS WC Semifinal.
The thrilling encounter saw several records tumble as India booked their spot in the World Cup final. The Women in Blue will now face South Africa in the summit clash on Sunday at the same venue.
341/5 – India Register Highest Successful Chase in ODI World Cup Knockouts
India pulled off a sensational chase of 339 runs, marking the highest-ever successful run chase in a knockout game across both men’s and women’s World Cup editions. No team had ever chased 300 or more in an ODI World Cup knockout before this monumental feat.
This performance not only showcased India’s growing dominance in women’s cricket but also redefined resilience and belief under pressure.
679 – Second-Highest Match Aggregate in Women’s ODI History
The semifinal between India Women and Australia Women was a run-fest, producing a combined total of 679 runs — the second-highest aggregate in Women’s ODI history. Interestingly, the same two teams also hold the top spot for the highest aggregate, scoring 781 runs in a league match in Delhi earlier this year.
India End Australia’s 15-Match Unbeaten Streak in World Cups
India’s incredible victory also ended Australia’s longest winning streak in Women’s World Cup history. The Aussies had gone unbeaten in 15 consecutive matches, including six wins in the 2025 group stage. This defeat marked their first World Cup loss since 2017, which also came at the hands of India in another semifinal clash.
Jemimah Rodrigues Records Highest Score in a Successful Chase vs Australia
Jemimah Rodrigues played the innings of her career, remaining unbeaten on 127 runs off 134 balls with 14 boundaries. Her knock is now the highest individual score in a successful run chase against Australia in Women’s ODI history.
Rodrigues’ 127* is also the second-highest score in a World Cup knockout chase and the fourth-highest score ever made against Australia in the tournament’s history.
India Break Multiple World Cup Records
The historic semifinal saw several world records shattered:
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Highest successful chase in women’s ODI history (surpassing Australia’s 331 against India earlier this month).
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First-ever 300+ chase in an ODI World Cup knockout (men’s or women’s).
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Highest match aggregate (679) in the history of the Women’s World Cup.
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Phoebe Litchfield became the youngest player to score a century in a Women’s World Cup knockout match.
Phoebe Litchfield’s Record Hundred in Vain
Australia’s batting was spearheaded by Phoebe Litchfield, who struck a dazzling 119 off 93 balls with 17 fours and three sixes, becoming the youngest player to score a century in a World Cup knockout. She shared a crucial 155-run stand with Ellyse Perry (77) to set up the foundation for Australia’s 338-run total.
Despite their solid start, Indian spinners Shree Charani and Deepti Sharma pegged them back with two wickets apiece in the middle overs. Ashleigh Gardner’s quick 63 further boosted the score, but India’s chase turned the tables completely.
Rodrigues and Harmanpreet’s Partnership Turns the Game
Chasing 339, India were in early trouble at 59/2 after losing Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana (24). However, a remarkable 167-run partnership between Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur steadied the innings and shifted the momentum in India’s favour.
Harmanpreet, who fell for 89 runs off 88 balls, was caught when India needed 113 more, but Rodrigues kept her composure. Despite two dropped catches by Alyssa Healy and Tahlia McGrath, Jemimah held her nerve to guide India home. Amanjot Kaur hit the winning boundary, triggering wild celebrations in the Indian dugout.
Emotional Scenes as India Reaches the Final
As Rodrigues sealed victory, scenes of emotion unfolded — Harmanpreet Kaur and teammates were in tears of joy as the Indian camp erupted in celebration. This win not only sent India to the World Cup final but also symbolized the growing strength and maturity of the team under pressure.
Tribute to Late Australian Cricketer Ben Austin
Both teams wore black armbands in memory of Ben Austin, a promising 17-year-old Australian cricketer who tragically passed away during training in Melbourne earlier that day. The gesture reflected the spirit and solidarity of the cricketing community.
India Set for World Cup Final Showdown
With this historic victory, India booked their place in the Women’s World Cup 2025 final against South Africa. The final, set to be played at the DY Patil Stadium, promises to be another thrilling encounter as the Women in Blue aim to lift their maiden World Cup trophy.
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