India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 will go down as one of the most thrilling days in women’s cricket. On October 30, at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, India pulled off something unbelievable. They chased down 339 runs – the highest ever in women’s ODIs – to beat Australia by five wickets. Jemimah Rodrigues starred with 127 not out, her first World Cup century, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur added 89. This win ends Australia’s 15-match streak in World Cups and sends India to their third final, where they face South Africa on November 2.
The crowd of 34,651 went wild as Amanjot Kaur hit the winning four off Sophie Molineux in the 48.3 over. Tears flowed – Rodrigues broke down in the presentation, crediting her faith and family. “God scripted everything,” she said, her voice cracking. This wasn’t just a victory. It was a story of grit, comebacks, and dreams coming true.
For Indian fans, it felt like 2011 all over again, but this time for the women. Australia looked unbeatable after posting 338, powered by Phoebe Litchfield’s 119. But drops, dew, and India’s fightback changed everything. As IPL Star brings you this recap, remember: a new champion is guaranteed. No Australia, no England in the final – just pure excitement.
Stick around as we break it down – from toss to triumph. What’s your favorite moment? Share in the comments!
India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025: Match Summary and Key Scores
The stage was set for a blockbuster. Australia, seven-time winners, won the toss and batted first on a flat pitch. India, hosts on a roll despite group-stage hiccups, knew they had home support.
Here’s the quick snapshot in tables for easy reading.
Match Basics Table
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | October 30, 2025 |
| Venue | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| Toss | Australia won, elected to bat |
| Umpires | Lauren Agenbag, Sue Redfern |
| Third Umpire | Kim Cotton |
| Referee | Michell Pereira |
| Attendance | 34,651 |
| Player of Match | Jemimah Rodrigues (127* off 134 balls) |
| Result | India won by 5 wickets (9 balls remaining) |
Australia Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alyssa Healy (c & wk) | 5 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Phoebe Litchfield | 119 | 93 | 17 | 3 | 127.96 |
| Ellyse Perry | 77 | 88 | 6 | 2 | 87.50 |
| Beth Mooney | 24 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 109.09 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 63 | 45 | 4 | 4 | 140.00 |
| Tahlia McGrath | 12 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 171.43 |
| Kim Garth | 17 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Alana King | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Sophie Molineux | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Megan Schutt (not out) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Extras | 13 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 338/10 | 49.5 overs | RR: 6.78 |
Fall of Wickets (Australia)
| Score | Over | Wicket |
|---|---|---|
| 25/1 | 5.1 | Healy |
| 180/2 | 27.2 | Litchfield |
| 220/3 | 33.6 | Mooney |
| 228/4 | 35.5 | Sutherland |
| 243/5 | 39.2 | Perry |
| 265/6 | 41.4 | McGrath |
| 331/7 | 48.3 | Gardner |
| 336/8 | 49.2 | King |
| 336/9 | 49.3 | Molineux |
| 338/10 | 49.5 | Garth |
India Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shafali Verma | 10 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Smriti Mandhana | 24 | 24 | 2 | 1 | 100.00 |
| Jemimah Rodrigues (not out) | 127 | 134 | 14 | 0 | 94.78 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (c) | 89 | 88 | 10 | 2 | 101.14 |
| Deepti Sharma | 24 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 141.18 |
| Richa Ghosh (wk) | 26 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 162.50 |
| Amanjot Kaur (not out) | 15 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 187.50 |
| Extras | 26 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 341/5 | 48.3 overs | RR: 7.03 |
Fall of Wickets (India)
| Score | Over | Wicket |
|---|---|---|
| 13/1 | 1.3 | Verma |
| 59/2 | 9.2 | Mandhana |
| 226/3 | 35.2 | Kaur |
| 264/4 | 40.5 | Sharma |
| 310/5 | 45.6 | Ghosh |
Powerplay Comparison
| Team | Runs/Wickets | Run Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | 72/1 | 7.20 |
| India | 60/2 | 6.00 |
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This chase? It’s the stuff of legends. India needed calm heads after early blows. Rodrigues delivered.
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How Australia Built 338: Litchfield’s Fireworks and India’s Smart Fightback
Australia started strong, but India clawed back. Let’s dive into their innings over by over.
Alyssa Healy, back from injury, won the toss and chose to bat. The pitch promised runs, and they delivered – until the spinners struck.
Australia Innings Phases Table
| Phase | Overs | Runs/Wickets | Key Moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerplay (1-10) | 0.1-10 | 72/1 | Litchfield’s 45* with 4 boundaries |
| Middle (11-30) | 11-30 | 159/1 total at 30 | 155-run stand with Perry |
| Death (31-49.5) | 31-49.5 | 167/9 | Gardner’s 63, but 8 wickets fall |
Rain interrupted at 25/1 after Healy chopped on to Kranti Gaud. Post-delay, Litchfield exploded. She hit four boundaries in five overs, racing to 50 off 45.
Perry joined, surviving an LBW review. Their 155-run partnership (133 balls) was Australia’s best in a WC knockout this tournament. Litchfield’s switch-hit six off Deepti? Pure class. She reached 100 off 77 balls, becoming the youngest in WC knockouts at 22 years, 195 days.
But India fought. Shree Charani broke the stand, catching Mooney at extra cover for 24. Then Sutherland holed out to the same bowler.
Australia Key Partnerships Table
| Wicket Pair | Runs | Balls | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healy-Litchfield | 25 | 31 | Early stability |
| Litchfield-Perry | 155 | 133 | Litchfield 102, Perry 45 |
| Perry-Mooney | 40 | 40 | Mooney’s quick 24 |
| Perry-Sutherland | 8 | 11 | Quick collapse starts |
| Perry-Gardner | 15 | 21 | Perry falls trying late cut |
| Gardner-Garth | 66 | 41 | Gardner’s sixes power surge |
Perry hit 50 off 66, but Radha Yadav bowled her for 77. Australia slipped from 220/2 to 243/5.
The death overs? Gardner smashed four sixes, including two off Radha, reaching 50 off 41. But run-outs of McGrath (Jemimah direct hit) and Gardner (Deepti throw) hurt. Deepti cleaned up King and Molineux in the last over. Australia added 85 in the last 10, but India’s 8/118 in overs 30-50 was gold.
Litchfield’s 119 (17 fours, 3 sixes) was her maiden WC ton. “Sensational,” said Healy. But drops later cost them.
For full scorecard, external: ESPNcricinfo AUSW vs INDW Scorecard.
Short para: This total looked massive. Australia thought 350 was on. India’s bowlers had other plans.
India’s Greatest Chase Ever: Rodrigues 127* Leads the Charge
Chasing 339? Insane. India had never chased 200+ in a WC before. But Rodrigues made it look easy.
They lost Shafali lbw to Garth for 10 (two fours first up). Mandhana hit a six but edged to Healy for 24. At 59/2 in 10 overs, pressure mounted.
Rodrigues, promoted to No. 3 (she learned in the shower!), steadied with Harman. Their 167-run stand (156 balls) was India’s highest vs Australia in WCs, beating Mithali-Punam’s 157 in 2017.
India Chase Phases Table
| Phase | Overs | Runs/Wickets | Required RR at End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerplay (1-10) | 0.1-10 | 60/2 | 7.00 |
| Rebuild (11-35) | 11-35 | 166/2 total | 6.50 |
| Acceleration (36-45) | 36-45 | 110/3 | 5.50 |
| Finish (46-48.3) | 46-48.3 | 31/2 | Done! |
Rodrigues reached 50 off 57, Harman off 65. They crossed 200 in 31.2 overs. Harman’s six over extra cover off McGrath? Vintage.
Healy dropped Rodrigues on 82 – a skier. India needed 131 off 106 then. Costly.
Harman fell for 89, caught brilliantly by Gardner off Sutherland. But Deepti (24 off 17) and Rodrigues pushed to 250 in 39.1.
Deepti run out at 264/4. Rodrigues hit 100 off 115 – no big celebration, job not done. McGrath dropped her on 106.
Richa Ghosh exploded: two sixes, two fours in 26 off 16. She fell to Sutherland at 310/5.
Needing 29 off 24, Rodrigues scooped Sutherland for four, then lapped another. Amanjot sealed with two fours off Molineux.
India Key Partnerships Table
| Wicket Pair | Runs | Balls | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verma-Mandhana | 13 | 9 | Quick start, early end |
| Mandhana-Rodrigues | 46 | 47 | Mandhana’s six |
| Rodrigues-Kaur | 167 | 156 | Highest vs AUS in WC |
| Rodrigues-Sharma | 38 | 33 | Deepti’s boundaries |
| Rodrigues-Ghosh | 46 | 31 | Ghosh’s power hitting |
| Rodrigues-Kaur (last) | 31 | 15 | Winning runs |
Rodrigues faced 134 balls, 14 fours – composure personified. “Not about my 100, about winning for India,” she said.
ICC Official Highlights for video magic.
Para: Every fan held their breath. Rodrigues breathed fire.
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Pivotal Moments in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025: 7 Game-Changers
Cricket turns on moments. This semi had plenty.
- Rain Delay Shift (Over 5.1): Healy out at 25/1. 15-min stop. Australia returned firing, hitting nine fours in 29 balls post-resume. Momentum swung.
- Litchfield’s Bump-Ball Survival (Over 20): Ruled caught off Charani, but replays showed bounce. She added 57 more to her 62*.
- Healy’s Drop on Rodrigues (82, Over 34): Skier off King. India needed 131 off 106. Rodrigues added 45*.
- Harman’s Lucky Stumping Miss (10, Over 15): Healy’s gloves failed. Harman made 89 from there.
- 167-Run Stand Milestone (Over 35): Crossed 100 runs. Highest vs AUS in WC knockouts. Took India to 226/2.
- Ghosh’s Fireworks (Overs 42-45): 26 off 16, including 6,4 off Gardner. India past 300, needing 34 off 30.
- Amanjot’s Winning Cuts (Over 48.3): Four, then another off Molineux. Stadium erupted.
These drops (three key ones) cost Australia 100+ runs, per experts. Healy admitted post-match: “We did it to ourselves.”
Cricbuzz Turning Points Analysis.
Short para: One catch, one six – that’s cricket. India grabbed the breaks.
Records Shattered: Stats from India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025
Numbers don’t lie. This game rewrote books.
Highest Successful Chases in Women’s ODIs Table
| Target | Team | vs | Overs | RPO | Venue, Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 339 | IND-W | AUS-W | 48.3 | 7.03 | Navi Mumbai, 2025 |
| 331 | AUS-W | IND-W | 49 | 6.75 | Visakhapatnam, 2025 |
| 302 | SL-W | SA-W | 44.3 | 6.85 | Potchefstroom, 2024 |
| 289 | AUS-W | NZ-W | 46.4 | 6.19 | North Sydney, 2012 |
| 283 | AUS-W | IND-W | 46.3 | 6.12 | Mumbai, 2023 |
First 300+ chase in any WC knockout (beats NZ’s 298 vs SA, 2015 men’s).
Highest Match Aggregates in Women’s ODIs Table
| Aggregate | Fixture | Venue, Year |
|---|---|---|
| 781 | IND-W vs AUS-W | Delhi, 2025 |
| 679 | IND-W vs AUS-W | Navi Mumbai WC, 2025 |
| 678 | ENG-W vs SA-W | Bristol WC, 2017 |
| 661 | IND-W vs AUS-W | Visakhapatnam WC, 2025 |
| 651 | IND-W vs SA-W | Colombo, 2025 |
14 sixes – most in a WC match. Tournament total: 124 sixes, a record.
Australia Streaks Ended Table
| Streak Type | Length | Span | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WC Wins | 15 | 2022-2025 | Joint-longest; ended by IND |
| WC Semi Wins | 4/5 | Various | 2 losses both to India (2017, 2025) |
Rodrigues’ 127* is India’s highest chase score. Second WC knockout chase ton (after Nat Sciver-Brunt’s 148*).
Para: Stats say historic. Hearts say legendary.
Star Performers: Jemimah Rodrigues’ Emotional Triumph in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025
Jemimah Rodrigues. Five minutes before padding up, she was No. 5. Promoted, she became hero.
Her 127*: 14 fours, 94.78 SR. Overcame drops, anxiety. “I cried every day on tour,” she revealed. “But I showed up, and God fought for me.” Quote from Bible: “Stand still, and He will fight.”
“Today was not about my 50 or 100. It was about winning for India. We’ve lost crunch games before – not today.” – Jemimah Rodrigues, Player of the Match
Harmanpreet Kaur: 89 off 88, 10 fours, 2 sixes. Third 50+ in WC knockouts. “Jemimah calculated everything for me,” she smiled.
Phoebe Litchfield: 119, youngest WC knockout ton. Healy: “Fun watching the next gen.”
Ashleigh Gardner: 63 off 45, 4 sixes. But her drops hurt.
Bowlers’ Impact Table
| Bowler | Team | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shree Charani | IND | 10 | 0 | 49 | 2 | 4.90 |
| Deepti Sharma | IND | 9.5 | 0 | 73 | 2 | 7.40 |
| Kim Garth | AUS | 7 | 0 | 46 | 2 | 6.60 |
| Annabel Sutherland | AUS | 10 | 0 | 69 | 2 | 6.90 |
Wisden India Jemimah Interview.
Para: Heroes wear blue today. Rodrigues’ story inspires.
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Tactics and Captaincy: Why India Outsmarted Australia in Semi Final 2025
Harmanpreet wanted to bat too – lost toss, but won hearts. Promoting Rodrigues? Genius. She faced 134 balls, anchoring chaos.
India’s bowling: Spinners in middle overs (Charani, Deepti) took 4/122. Death: 8/118, restricting surge.
Australia’s errors: Three drops (Healy twice, McGrath). Dew hurt grip. Healy: “Created chances, didn’t take them. Stings.”
Tactics Comparison Table
| Aspect | India Strategy | Australia Flaw |
|---|---|---|
| Batting Order | Rodrigues at 3 for stability | Late collapse (4/45 in middle) |
| Bowling | Spin grip post-rain | Loose lines in death (85 runs) |
| Fielding | Sloppy but recovered | Key drops cost 100+ runs |
Harman’s calm: Post three losses, focused on last 5 overs. Worked.
Para: Brains over brawn won this.
India vs South Africa Final Preview: New Champion Awaits After Semi Final 2025 Win
Sunday, November 2, same venue. India vs South Africa – first final without AUS/ENG.
Head-to-head: India leads 12-9 in ODIs. Key battles: Rodrigues vs Marizanne Kapp’s pace; Harman vs Sune Luus spin.
South Africa chased 302 earlier – chase kings. But India’s form? Unstoppable.
Final Key Matchups Table
| Indian Star | SA Threat | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Rodrigues | Kapp | Seam vs anchor |
| Harmanpreet | Tryon | Spin vs power |
| Deepti | Ismail | All-round vs pace |
Predict: India 60% favorites. New champ guaranteed.
Para: One more step to glory. Who’s your pick?
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Fan Frenzy: Social Media Buzz After India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025
X (Twitter) exploded. #JemimahRodrigues trended worldwide.
Top reactions:
- @toisports: “HISTORIC WIN! Jemimah’s century seals it. India in final!” (40 likes)
- @CricketNDTV: “341/5 beats 338. Rodrigues 127*. Emotional scenes.” (25 likes)
- @latestly: “Century for Jemimah! IND 269/4.” (Live updates galore)
- Fan @Devendra786s: “We are winning this WC! 😭❤” (With celebration pic)
Sachin-inspired: Jemimah, 10 during 2011 WC, saw him parade. Now she’s the star.
Viral: Her interview clip – 1M views. Healy’s honest chat: “Proud group, but stung.”
Para: Fans united in joy. Your tweet?
Rivalry Rewritten: India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 in Historical Context
India-Aus: 61 ODIs, Aus leads 43-18. But WCs? India now 2-2 in semis vs them.
2017: Harman’s 171* won semi, but final loss. 2025: Rodrigues’ 127* completes it.
India WC Finals Table
| Year | Result | Opponent | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Runners-up | AUS | Lost by 5 wickets |
| 2017 | Runners-up | ENG | Lost by 9 runs |
| 2025 | TBD | SA | Chasing maiden title |
This ends Aus’ 15-win WC run (joint-record). India: First 200+ WC chase.
Para: From heartbreak to history. India’s time?
Quick Hits on India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025
What was the highest chase in women’s ODI history? 339 by India vs Australia, Navi Mumbai 2025.
Who won India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025? India by 5 wickets.
How many sixes in the India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 match? 14 – a WC record.
When is India vs South Africa Women’s World Cup Final 2025? November 2, 2025, Dr DY Patil, Navi Mumbai.
Jemimah Rodrigues score in semi final? 127* off 134.
More questions? Drop in comments!
ENG-W vs RSA-W 1st Semi Final 2025 Recap.
Wrapping the Epic: Why India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 Inspires
From Litchfield’s flair to Rodrigues’ resolve, this was cricket at its best. India chased dreams, not just runs. A 679-run thriller, records galore, emotions raw.
As Harman said: “One more game. For fans who’ve prayed years.” Sunday’s final? Unmissable.
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FAQs: India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 – Historic Chase Unpacked
1. What was the result of India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025?
India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 ended in a thrilling five-wicket victory for India. Chasing Australia’s massive 338, the hosts reached 341 for 5 in 48.3 overs, with nine balls to spare. Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 127 anchored the chase, while Harmanpreet Kaur’s 89 sealed a historic spot in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final. This win at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy marked India’s third World Cup final appearance.
2. Who was the Player of the Match in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025?
Jemimah Rodrigues earned Player of the Match honors in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 for her career-defining 127 not out off 134 balls (14 fours). Her composed knock, including three lives gifted by Australia, powered the record chase. “It was about winning for India,” she said emotionally post-match. Rodrigues joined elite company as the second batter with a World Cup knockout chase century.
3. What is the highest chase in women ODI history from India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025?
The highest chase in women ODI history came in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025: India’s 339-run pursuit beat Australia’s previous record of 331 (against India earlier in the tournament). Rodrigues’ 127* and Kaur’s 89 broke the back of the target, making it the first 300+ chase in any World Cup knockout. Fans called it “the chase of the century” for its drama and skill.
4. How did Jemimah Rodrigues score 127 in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025?
In India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025, Jemimah Rodrigues scored 127* off 134 balls with 14 boundaries and no sixes, striking at 94.78. Promoted to No. 3, she survived three drops and built a 167-run stand with Harmanpreet Kaur. Her scoop and lap shots in the death were game-changers. It was her maiden World Cup ton, born from mental battles and faith.
5. What was Australia’s total in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025?
Australia posted 338 all out in 49.5 overs during India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025, their third 300+ score in the tournament. Phoebe Litchfield’s 119 (youngest WC knockout centurion) and Ellyse Perry’s 77 led the way, with Ashleigh Gardner’s 63 adding late fireworks. India’s bowlers, like Shree Charani (2/49), restricted the surge.
6. When is India vs South Africa Women World Cup Final 2025 after the semi-final win?
Following their India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 triumph, India faces South Africa in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final on November 2, 2025, at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. Start time: 3:00 PM IST. It’s the first final without Australia or England – a new champion awaits. Expect fireworks from Rodrigues vs Proteas pace.
7. What records were broken in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025?
India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 shattered multiple records: highest women’s ODI chase (339), second-highest match aggregate (679 runs), and most sixes in a WC match (14). Australia’s 15-match WC streak ended – their second semi loss to India (after 2017). Rodrigues’ ton was India’s highest in a chase.
8. Who hit the winning runs in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025?
Amanjot Kaur hit the winning runs in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 with two fours off Sophie Molineux in the 48.3 over – a cut sealing the 339 chase. Rodrigues (127*) hugged her as the team swarmed the pitch in joy. The moment sparked tears and hugs across the stadium.
9. How many sixes were hit in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025?
A whopping 14 sixes lit up India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025 – the most in a Women’s World Cup match. Gardner (4) and Litchfield (3) led for Australia, while Kaur (2) and Ghosh (2) fired for India. The tournament’s total hit 124, another record. Pure T20 flair in an ODI thriller.
10. What was Harmanpreet Kaur’s score in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025?
Harmanpreet Kaur scored 89 off 88 balls (10 fours, 2 sixes) in India vs Australia Women Semi Final 2025, her third 50+ in WC knockouts. Her 167-run stand with Rodrigues turned the chase. “Jemimah calculated for me,” she praised post-win. Captain cool under pressure.