The ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 heads into a pulsating semi-final stage, with hosts India set to lock horns with defending champions Australia at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, on Thursday, and England facing South Africa in Guwahati on Wednesday.
The clash between India and Australia will mark their first encounter in a World Cup semi-final since 2017, when they met in the final four, the ICC confirmed. Australia enter the tie as the only unbeaten side in the tournament, having won six matches and shared points with Sri Lanka following a washout.
In their last league-stage outing in Indore, the Australians chased down 98 with seven wickets in hand, propelled by a record-breaking bowling display from Alana King. The seven-time winners had also recorded a record chase against India during the league stage, further consolidating their dominance.
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India secured their semi-final berth following a commanding all-round performance against New Zealand, while they await their final league-stage match against Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. India currently sit fourth on the points table with three wins and three losses from six matches.
South Africa occupy second place, while England are third with a game in hand. The winners of the two semi-finals will advance to the World Cup final on November 2, promising a thrilling culmination to the marquee tournament.
ICC spokespersons noted that the semi-final fixtures bring together formidably balanced teams, with past encounters hinting at closely fought contests. Fans across the country are expected to witness packed stadiums and high-intensity cricket as the competition reaches its knockout phase.
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