India’s EPIC 341 Chase vs Australia – MUST-WATCH WC Magic!
India Women’s World Cup 2025: Unbelievable Record Chase Against Australia
Hey cricket fans! Imagine chasing 341 runs in a Women’s World Cup semi-final. That’s exactly what India did! On October 30, 2025, at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, India stunned seven-time champions Australia. Jemimah Rodrigues smashed an unbeaten 127 off 134 balls. Meanwhile, skipper Harmanpreet Kaur fired 89 runs. Together, they built a massive 167-run stand. Result? India won by five wickets with nine balls left. But wait, there’s more! This match shattered multiple world records. First, it was the highest successful chase in women’s ODI history – beating Australia’s own 331 from earlier in the tournament. Plus, no team had ever chased 300+ in a World Cup knockout – men’s or women’s! The total runs? A whopping 679! That smashed the previous WC aggregate of 678.
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Why does this matter? India now faces South Africa in the final on November 2 – right back at DY Patil. A new champion could emerge! However, the emotions ran high. Both teams wore black armbands for 17-year-old Australian cricketer Ben Austin, who tragically died after a nets accident in Melbourne. Then, the celebrations erupted as Amanjot Kaur hit the winning boundary. Let’s dive deeper. First, how did Australia post 338? Opener Phoebe Litchfield stole the show. At just 22, she blasted 119 off 93 balls – including the fastest century in Women’s World Cup knockout history (77 balls)! She also became the youngest to score a ton in a WC knockout. Ellyse Perry added 77, and Ashleigh Gardner chipped in with 63. But India’s spinners struck back. Shree Charani and Deepti Sharma grabbed two wickets each. Australia crumbled in the last over – losing three wickets!
Record-Breaking Chase: Highest in Women’s ODI History
Now, the chase. Australia bowled first in overcast conditions. India started shaky. Shafali Verma fell early. Then, star opener Smriti Mandhana edged one behind for 24 – a controversial DRS call! India slumped to 59/2 in 10 overs.
But then, magic happened. Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur steadied the ship. Their 167-run partnership? The highest ever against Australia in a Women’s World Cup! Jemimah anchored beautifully. She survived two drops – one on 82 by keeper Alyssa Healy, another on 106 by Tahlia McGrath! Harmanpreet attacked fiercely. However, Annabel Sutherland broke through, dismissing the captain for 89 when 113 runs were still needed.
India wobbled again. Deepti Sharma ran herself out for 24. Richa Ghosh scored 26 before falling. Yet, Jemimah stayed ice-cool. She guided the lower order. Finally, Amanjot Kaur sealed it with a boundary! Pandemonium in the packed stadium!
Here’s a quick stats table for the chase:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Key Fact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jemimah Rodrigues | 127* | 134 | Highest in Indian chase hist. |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 89 | – | Emotional near-ton |
| Amanjot Kaur | ~10* | – | Hit winning runs |
This wasn’t just a win. It was redemption! Australia had won 15 straight WC matches since 2017. India ended that streak – their first WC semi loss for Aussies since… well, against India!
Phoebe Litchfield’s Historic Century: Youngest in WC Knockout
Give credit to Australia too. Phoebe Litchfield, the 22-year-old opener, lit up DY Patil. She reached her ton in just 77 balls – fastest ever in WC knockouts! Youngest too! Her 119 set the tone. Perry’s 77 after overturning an LBW added steel. Gardner’s brisk 63 pushed the total to 338.
But India fought back. After a 155-run stand, wickets tumbled. Spinners dominated. Charani (2/xx) and Deepti (2/xx) shone. The last over? Chaos – three wickets!
5 Massive Records Broken in India vs Australia Semi-Final
Let’s list them clearly:
- Highest successful chase in women’s ODIs: 341/5 (beats Aus’ 331 vs Ind).
- First 300+ chase in ODI World Cup knockout (men’s/women’s).
- Highest match aggregate in WC history: 679 runs (beats Eng-SA 678, 2017).
- Phoebe Litchfield: Youngest & fastest WC knockout century (22y, 77 balls).
- Highest 3rd-wicket stand vs Aus in WC: 167 (Rodrigues-Kaur).
Bonus: Jemimah’s 127* = highest individual score in Indian ODI chase!
Emotional Scenes: Tears, Hugs & Black Armbands
Post-match? Pure emotion! Jemimah couldn’t stop crying. “It felt like a dream after a month of anxiety,” she said. Harmanpreet broke down too. Hugs in the dugout. Smiles mixed with tears. Tragically, black armbands honored Ben Austin. The 17-year-old died after a ball struck his neck in Melbourne nets. Cricket unites in grief. A somber reminder of the game’s risks.
India’s Road to Women’s World Cup 2025 Final
How did India get here? Hosted at home, they topped the group. Key wins: Beat NZ, SL, Ban. Even chased big vs Aus in league stage! Now, unbeaten in knockouts.
Vs South Africa in final: SA stunned England in 1st semi. India seeks first WC title since… never! Will history be made Sunday?
Australia’s pain: Defending champs out. First WC loss since 2017 semi vs India. Bittersweet – 2-2 now in WC knockouts vs Ind.
Fan Reactions: Mumbai Goes Wild!
DY Patil erupted! 45,000 fans cheered every run. Social media exploded. #IndiaKaJashn trending! “Jemimah Queen!” Global praise: “Greatest chase ever!”
Player Spotlights: Stars Who Shone
- Jemimah Rodrigues: Mumbai’s daughter returns home a hero. 3rd ODI ton. Pressure? What pressure?
- Harmanpreet Kaur: Captain cool under fire. 89 off aggressive shots.
- Phoebe Litchfield: Future star. WC breakout innings.
What’s Next? India vs South Africa Final Preview
Sunday, DY Patil. India favorites. But SA hungry. Tune in! History awaits.
External Links:
- Full Match Report – ESPNcricinfo
- ICC Women’s World Cup Official
- BCCI Highlights
- Jemimah Interview – YouTube
