NEW DELHI:

It is a regular net session at a cricket academy in New Delhi, but the joy among the colourful jersey-clad young girls is unmistakable.

They have a shimmering new source of inspiration, after the Indian women's team pulled off a stunning victory against favourites Australia in the women's World Cup semi-final on Thursday.

Batter Jemimah Rodrigues slammed an unbeaten 127 as India chased down a record 339 at Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium to secure a place in Sunday's final against South Africa.

"There is always that one thing that inspires a generation," said 19-year-old Armeet Kaur, a batting all-rounder who has played for the Delhi state team.

"Jemmy's innings yesterday was like that. It will really change things."

Twelve-year-old Ridhima Chaudhary was star-struck.

"It made m

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