In an evening that will go down as one of the most iconic in Indian cricket history, Indian women defeated defending champions Australia by five wickets for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final. Led by a breathtaking century from Rodrogue (127 out of 114)* and a brave 89 out Harmanpreet KaurIndia chased down a daunting 339-run target with nine balls to spare, sending the home crowd into delirium.
Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur are writing a golden chapter in Indian cricket
After Australia posted a formidable 338 all out, powered by Phoebe Litchfield‘s stunning 119 and Ellyse Perry‘s composed 77, India faced an uphill battle. The chase started shakily, but the composure of Rodrigues and Harmanpreet soon turned the tide.
The pair built a stunning 167-run partnership for the fourth wicket, combining aggression with calculated risk-taking. Harmanpreet, who led from the front, played a fluid knock, a beautiful rotating stroke and attacked the Australian spinners with precision.
Once Harmanpreet fell for 89 off 88 deliveries, the equation became tense. But Jemima, calm and determined, continued to anchor the innings and found good support from Richa Ghosh And Amanjot Kaur. Her innings was a blend of elegance and temperament, characterized by powerful drives and clever placement.
The winning moment came when Amanjot drove through the covers to seal a famous victory for India. Jemimah sprinted towards her partner and hugged her tightly as the entire Indian team rushed onto the field. Smriti Mandhanabeaming with joy, was the first to join in as emotions flooded both on and off the pitch.
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India turns heartbreak into history
For years, Australia has been India’s biggest obstacle in major tournaments – from the 2017 World Cup final to the 2020 T20 World Cup summit. But on this night, in front of a roaring Navi Mumbai crowd, India turned the tables in emphatic fashion.
During the innings break, Litchfield had said that Australia would have been happy with their total, and at one point they looked set for 350-plus. However, the Indian bowlers fought back admirably in the death overs, keeping the target within reach. This victory wasn’t just about a chase – it was about redemption, faith and emotion. As the crowd waved the tricolor in ecstasy, several fans could be seen in tears, overwhelmed by the magnitude of India’s triumph. With this victory, India set up a mouth-watering final battle South Africathat will be played on Sunday.
Here’s how fans reacted:
#Final𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘 𝗪𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘! 🇮🇳#TeamIndia reserve their spot in the #CWC25 finale on a historic Navi Mumbai evening! 🥳👏
Scorecard ▶ https://t.co/ou9H5gN60l#WomenInBlauw | #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/RCo6FlbXSX
— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) October 30, 2025
I can’t believe what I just saw. Jemi Rodrigues – that was incredible. One of the greatest people you will ever meet. One of the biggest hits you’ll ever see #INDvAUS #CWC25
— Isa Guha (@isaguha) October 30, 2025
🇮🇳 Our girls are none other than anyone else. So proud of you all. I love it. Bring on the Grand Finale. Whoo hooooo, so far @BCCIWomen #WomensWorldCup2025 #CWC25 @ImHarmanpreet and team 💥❤️
— Harbhajan Turban (@harbhajan_singh) October 30, 2025
The last time Australia had a #ICCWomensWorldCup match was against India in Derby on July 20, 2017. Since then, they have not lost a single match in their previous 15 World Cup matches until tonight!#CWC25 #INDWvsAUSW
— Mohandas Menon (@mohanstatsman) October 30, 2025
MISSION 𝐖𝐈𝐍 𝐈𝐓 𝐀𝐓 𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄 IS ON 🇮🇳 💙 pic.twitter.com/kJsrtCw95M
— Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) October 30, 2025
Wow..What a chase..any team that beats Australia deserves to win the World Cup.. #WomensWorldCup2025
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) October 30, 2025
https://twitter.com/AusWomenCricket/status/1983945783599620205
pic.twitter.com/oMNFiulBZm
— Out of context cricket (@GemsOfCricket) October 30, 2025
Final babyyy 🔥🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/EJyv8ItmJp
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) October 30, 2025
Number 3 are number 1 in the world cups 😉💙 pic.twitter.com/Cr6LIWkYlg
— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) October 30, 2025
Jemi – what an absolute superstar! #God’sFavoriteChild
Let’s go 🇮🇳!! #INDvsAUS— Shikha Pandey (@shikhashauny) October 30, 2025
From the fact that you were left out of the team at the World Cup earlier, to going to the final with your team.
Take a bow Jemima 👏
— Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) October 30, 2025
Jemimah Rodrigues stands tall as India beat and booked Australia #CWC25 last berth in a historic pursuit 🔥#INDvAUS 📝: https://t.co/9KxaD9Y7AI pic.twitter.com/BW2MqEM91v
— ICC (@ICC) October 30, 2025
One last push! 🏆#INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/mK4kk8ekGD
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) October 30, 2025
What a pleasure to watch this chase pass by @BCCIWomen with calmness and tranquility. Just too good by Jemimah Rodrigues & Harmanpreet Kaur. That cameo from Richa Ghosh was crucial. pic.twitter.com/H1dTGKtwFs
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) October 30, 2025
Not just any record-setting chase, but one of the greatest, thanks to one of the best WWC innings ever @JemiRodrigues #INDvsAUS #worldcup2025
— Deep Dasgupta (@DeepDasgupta7) October 30, 2025
Absolute scenes in the middle. 🥹🥹🥹🥹
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) October 30, 2025
This is the biggest day in the history of Indian women’s cricket.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) October 30, 2025
India’s daughter at the motif🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/PunTvZKTF4
— Lucknow Supergiants (@LucknowIPL) October 30, 2025
Historic win for India 🙌 – It’s India versus South Africa in the World Cup final on Sunday #women #cricket #INDvAUS #CWC25 pic.twitter.com/J4Ei6zISCY
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 30, 2025
India to the final. What a game. What an achievement🫡
Jemimah Rodrigues – What an innings 🏏
Led the team past the finish line. The entire country will be glued to the television this Sunday#WomensWorldCup2025
— DK (@DineshKarthik) October 30, 2025
Jemimah is the mastermind behind the greatest run chase in Women’s ODI history with a masterclass century to make an indelible impact on this tournament and the women’s game. India humiliated the mighty Aussies and will meet SA in the final. This coming Sunday, Women’s ODI will see a new champion!
— Cricketwallah (@cricketwallah) October 30, 2025
🇮🇳💪🏻👏 🫡 pic.twitter.com/Kh1B24asHw
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) October 30, 2025
Wow just WOW!! So happy and PROUD of our women!! Simply AMAZINGGGGG!! Well done Jemi!! You are absolutely AMAZING!! An ABSOLUTE CHAMPION!! Well done Harman on a captain’s knock!! Just CLASS!! 💪🏾 ONLY ONE TO GO!! Come on GIRLS!!
— Robbie Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) October 30, 2025
JEMIIII – INDIA INDIA INDIA for the month @BCCIWomen come onnnnnnnn
— Parth Jindal (@ParthJindal11) October 30, 2025
What a cricket game, an excellent advertisement for the sport.
Jemi Rodrigues, who dropped out of this tournament, was promoted to third today and played probably the best innings in a knockout run chase at the World Cup.
Congratulations India
Blockbuster final confrontation IND versus SA #WCW25 pic.twitter.com/MofhCcD3nS
— Carlos Brathwaite (@CRBrathwaite26) October 30, 2025
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