Jemimah Rodrigues Shines Bright as India Stuns Australia to Reach Women’s World Cup Final

Summary: Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 127 powers India to a record-breaking win over Australia, sealing the World Cup final spot.

There are matches, and then there are matches that make history. The semi-final encounter between India and Australia in the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 was one of those great nights.

Australia, looking like the unstoppable champions they always have been, set a lofty 339-run target. Jemimah Rodrigues, however, was at the heart of India's other ambitions with her composed, self-assured, and exceptional performance.

Walking in under pressure, she established her innings with patience and power, scoring an unbeaten 127 runs.

With Harmanpreet Kaur's 89, Jemimah guided India to a stunning victory, knocking down the score with five wickets in hand and nine balls to spare.

It is now officially the most successful run pursuit in women's One-Day International history.

The story behind the moment, however, added to its relevance. Jemimah talked up about how difficult the previous year had been: being dropped from the team, suffering self-doubt, and working her way back. “I just wanted to do this for India,” she said, teary-eyed after the match.

With this win, India has booked its place in the World Cup final, and if last night was any hint, they’re not just playing for a trophy anymore; they’re playing for every young girl who dreams of picking up a bat one day.