Australia's Dominance Broken
In a thrilling Women's World Cup 2025 semifinal held at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, Australia faced a stunning defeat at the hands of India. The Women in Blue triumphed with a five-wicket win, marking the last time Australia lost in the World Cup during the 2017 edition against the same opponent.
A Historic Match
Australia, known for their formidable performance, entered the match with a streak of 15 consecutive wins in World Cup history. This record ties with the 1997 and 2000 tournaments. However, this time, they fell short despite posting a substantial target of 339 runs, powered by Phoebe Litchfield's century.
| Player | Runs Scored |
| Phoebe Litchfield | 119 |
| Ellyse Perry | 77 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 63 |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | 127* |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 89 |
India responded fiercely, with Jemimah Rodrigues leading the charge, scoring an impressive 127 not out, backed by Harmanpreet Kaur's 89 runs. The Indian team successfully chased down the challenging target with nine balls to spare.
Reflections on the Match
Aussie captain Alyssa Healy reflected on the game, stating, "We created opportunities but failed to capitalize on them." This loss will certainly mark a turning point for Australian women’s cricket as they head into future competitions.
With India's victory, the stage is set for a historic final against South Africa on November 2, where a new champion will be crowned.