India pulled off a historic victory in Navi Mumbai on Thursday, defeating defending champions Australia to enter the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final. Chasing a daunting 339, India showcased composure, belief, and brilliance with the bat to clinch a five-wicket win in 48.3 overs the highest successful run chase in Women’s ODI World Cup history. The star of the night was Jemimah Rodrigues, who delivered one of the greatest innings in World Cup history an unbeaten 127 off 134 balls, holding India’s chase together from the moment she arrived at No. 3. Her partnership of 167 runs with captain Harmanpreet Kaur (89) shifted the momentum firmly in India’s favor and deflated Australia’s hopes of another final appearance.

Reflecting on her emotional journey, Jemimah Rodrigues, the Player of the M

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