The Indian women’s team secured an unprecedented victory over Australia at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium on Thursday, qualifying for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final in a historic match. It was a win with monumental credentials: the highest chase in women’s ODIs, and the highest successful chase in any World Cup knockout match, including men’s cricket.

A stunning knock from local star Jemimah Rodrigues, who scored 127 runs, inspired a nation and led India to a five-wicket semifinal victory. She was ably supported by skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, who once again rose to the occasion under extreme pressure, scoring a decisive 89 runs.

Since Thursday night, the win has set social media abuzz, with congratulatory posts for the Women in Blue pouring in from around the world. From Virat Kohli

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