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Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Team India have done it! They knocked the defending champions, Australia, out of the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, chasing down a 339-run target with five wickets and nine balls to spare. Jemimah Rodrigues was the star, smashing an incredible unbeaten 127, while skipper Harmanpreet Kaur made a vital 89. But while Jemimah deservedly took the spotlight, fans should not overlook the impactful cameos from Deepti Sharma (24 off 17), Richa Ghosh (26 off 16), and Amanjot Kaur (15 not out off eight balls). Without those contributions, the chase could have been far more…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai The DY Patil Stadium witnessed a historic night as India pulled off a record-breaking run chase, defeating Australia by five wickets in the second semi-final of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. Chasing 339, Jemimah Rodrigues led the way with a stunning unbeaten 127, while skipper Harmanpreet Kaur scored a crucial 89. Their partnership and a few late contributions sealed India’s spot in the final. This was India’s highest-ever successful chase in Women’s ODIs, and also the highest successful chase in Women’s World Cup history. A record crowd of around 35,000 turned up in Navi…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Australia, the defending champions, posted 338 in 49.5 overs against India in the second semi-final of the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in Navi Mumbai on Thursday. A magnificent century from Phoebe Litchfield, along with valuable contributions from Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner, powered them to the huge score. India had an average day in the field, marked by several misfields, overthrows and dropped catches. Questions were again raised about Harmanpreet Kaur’s captaincy, especially her decision to not keep slip fielders and use spinners in the death overs despite having Renuka Singh Thakur (2…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Excitement is soaring in Navi Mumbai as India are all set to face Australia today at the DY Patil Stadium in the semi-final of the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. When both sides met earlier in the league stage in Vizag, the defending champions came out on top. Now, all that matters is who wins this all-important knockout to face South Africa in the final on November 2. The Women in Blue are chasing their maiden ICC Women’s World Cup title, while the Aussies are aiming to defend their crown and lift the ODI…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Team India had their optional and final practice session ahead of the crucial semi-final clash against Australia on Thursday in Navi Mumbai. Amanjot Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Arundhati Reddy, Harleen Deol, Shafali Verma, and Uma Chetry were the only ones who attended. All of them had their usual stints at the nets. Harleen was seen putting in the hard yards, especially against short deliveries. Some tiles were placed where the thrower aimed the plastic balls, and Harleen focused mainly on cuts, pulls, and backfoot punches. The same drill that skipper, Harmanpreet Kaur did in…

Snehasis Mukherjeen Navi Mumbai Shafali Verma and Richa Ghosh were in focus as India trained at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, ahead of their semi-final clash against Australia. After being named as the replacement for injured Pratika Rawal, Shafali arrived in Navi Mumbai last night and had a full net session today. The training began with a warm-up routine followed by catching drills, where players took turns practicing both flat and high catches. Once that was done, the team moved to their net sessions. There was one net set up on the main ground and two more beside it.…

By Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai An enthralling contest awaits Navi Mumbai as India are set to face Australia in the semi-final of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup on October 30, 2025. Rain might loom as a potential spoiler, but beyond the weather, this clash promises several intriguing individual duels that could shape the outcome. Sophie Molineux and Alana King vs India’s spin woes India’s batters have found it difficult to counter spin throughout this tournament, particularly against left-arm options. In the group-stage clash, Sophie Molineux may have gone for 75 runs in her 10 overs, but her three…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Rain had the last word in the final group-stage match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, as the clash between India and Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai was abandoned due to persistent rain. It turned out to be a disappointing outing for the record crowd that had gathered at the DY Patil Stadium. The official attendance was 25,965, surpassing the previous best of 25,166, recorded during India’s clash against Australia in Vizag. Despite the game having no impact on India’s semi-final qualification, the fans showed immense passion and support, making it an evening to remember.…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Bangladesh posted 119/9 in 27 overs against India in a rain-curtailed clash at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. Several rain interruptions affected the innings, but Radha Yadav shone with the ball, picking up three wickets. But India’s revised D-L target will be 126 runs. However, the Women in Blue suffered an injury scare as opener Pratika Rawal limped off the field. While trying to save a boundary, her ankle appeared to twist, and she looked in clear discomfort. The toss was delayed by 35 minutes due to rain. When play finally began, skipper Harmanpreet…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Team India will face defending champions Australia in the semi-final of the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, on October 30, at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. Before that, they play their final group-stage match against Bangladesh at the same venue, on October 26. India’s campaign has been a mixed one so far. They began with two strong wins over Sri Lanka and Pakistan, but then suffered three consecutive defeats against South Africa, Australia, and England. The win over New Zealand, however, helped them secure a place in the semi-finals and eased the…