The second semi-final of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 promises an electrifying clash as India Women lock horns with Australia Women on October 30th at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. The highly anticipated encounter begins at 3:00 PM IST and is expected to produce a riveting contest between two global heavyweights, each vying for a coveted berth in the final.
Form Guide – India
India will be eager to rediscover their early-tournament rhythm after a run of tight finishes. The hosts began their campaign emphatically, registering a 59-run (DLS) win over Sri Lanka and a commanding 88-run victory against Pakistan. However, they stumbled in close encounters — losing to South Africa (by 3 wickets), Australia (by 3 wickets), and England (by 4 runs).
Despite the string of narrow losses, India’s mix of youthful exuberance and experienced leadership ensures they remain a dangerous opponent, especially on home turf. Their last outing against Bangladesh ended in a no result, but the team will be keen to convert lessons from those tight games into a statement performance in this knockout battle.
Form Guide – Australia
Australia arrives at this fixture riding high on confidence and consistency. Their campaign has been a display of sheer dominance — beginning with a comprehensive 89-run win over New Zealand after amassing 328 runs. A rain-hit outing against Sri Lanka failed to break their stride, as they showcased tremendous resilience versus Pakistan, recovering from 115/8 through a brilliant Mooney–King stand before bowling Pakistan out for just 114.
Their most memorable moment came against India, where they successfully chased a daunting 331-run target with an over to spare, reinforcing their reputation as masters under pressure. The momentum continued with a 10-wicket demolition of Bangladesh, followed by a 6-wicket win against England, and a 7-wicket triumph over South Africa after bundling them out for 97 — a testament to Australia’s all-round depth and adaptability across conditions.
Head-to-Head:
- Total Matches – 60
- India Wins – 11
- Australia Wins – 49
Australia holds a commanding record over India in ODI cricket, having won 49 of their 60 meetings. Their latest clash came during the league stage of this World Cup, where Australia chased India’s 331-run total to seal a 7-wicket win. Prior to that, in Australia’s tour of India (September 2025), the visitors edged the hosts 2–1 in the bilateral series — once again underlining their dominance in the format.
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