Is Glory Heading Towards India After Their Historic Win Over Australia in Women's WC?
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Synopsis
In a thrilling semifinal, India's women cricket team triumphed over Australia, securing their place in the World Cup final. Former cricketer Danish Kaneria highlights their impressive performance and the bright future ahead for women's cricket in India.
Key Takeaways
- Historic victory for India in Women's World Cup semifinal.
- Jemimah Rodrigues shines with a stunning century.
- India faces South Africa in the final.
- Significant improvement in the team's overall fitness and performance.
- Positive outlook for the future of women's cricket in India.
New Delhi, Oct 31 (NationPress) Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria praised India's remarkable achievement in the Women's World Cup semifinal, claiming that the glory is on its way to the Women in Blue.
India secured a five-wicket victory against the seven-time champions Australia, marking their entry into the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Final for the third time, following their appearances in 2005 and 2017.
"What an outstanding win! The way the Indian team has performed in this World Cup indicates that the trophy is definitely destined for India. Their performance against Australia would have surely boosted their confidence for the final, considering Australia is a formidable opponent — known for their exceptional fitness, yet India managed to conquer that challenge," Kaneria told IANS.
Jemimah Rodrigues delivered a spectacular century, scoring 127 runs off 134 balls as India chased down a record total of 339, marking a historic moment in Women's ODI history. India's score of 341/5 in the semifinal is also the second-highest in a Women's ODI run-chase, surpassed only by their own 369 all-out against Australia last month in New Delhi.
This marks the first occasion where a 300-plus total has been successfully chased down in an ODI World Cup knockout match, whether in Men's or Women's cricket. The previous record was held by New Zealand during the Men's CWC 2015 semifinal, where they scored 298 against South Africa in Auckland.
Jemimah initially paired with Smriti Mandhana to contribute 46 runs for the second wicket. She then formed a crucial partnership with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (who scored 89), keeping India competitive against Australia.
"Jemimah played a phenomenal innings, remaining at the crease until the end and leading the team to victory. The Indian women's team is showcasing strong cricket, and their fitness levels have significantly improved. A positive trend is emerging for the Indian women’s team, which is promising for future generations," he added.
The hosts, India, will face South Africa in the final on Sunday, where one team will lift the coveted Women's World Cup trophy for the very first time.
"The men's team has won the Asia Cup, and now the Indian women are on track to clinch the World Cup; next, the men's ODI World Cup will surely follow suit — the glory is heading towards India," Kaneria concluded.
Point of View
It is crucial to highlight the significant progress made by the Indian women's cricket team. Their recent victory against Australia not only demonstrates their growing competitiveness on the global stage but also inspires future generations of female athletes across the nation. We stand firmly behind this positive trend and look forward to supporting the women's team in their pursuit of the World Cup.
NationPress
04/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the significance of India's win over Australia?
India's victory marked their entry into the Women's World Cup final for the third time, showcasing their ability to compete at the highest level in women's cricket.
Who was the standout player in the semifinal?
Jemimah Rodrigues was the standout player, scoring a remarkable 127 runs, which was crucial for India's successful chase.
What records were set during this match?
This match set records as the first instance of a 300-plus total being chased down in an ODI World Cup knockout match.
