IND-W vs NZ-W Live Score, India Women vs New Zealand Women: Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal’s century helped India post an imposing total of 340/3 in 49 overs, with their innings reduced due to rain. That target was corrected to 325 needed in 44 overs due to more rain and India’s bowlers then kept a vice grip on proceedings and saw them home.
Historic Opening Partnership Sets the Stage
Consequently, India’s campaign roared back to life. Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal smashed a record-breaking 212-run opening stand. Moreover, their explosive batting laid a rock-solid foundation. Mandhana raced to 109 off just 95 balls. Meanwhile, Rawal anchored with a composed 122 from 134 deliveries. Therefore, India posted a mammoth 340 for 3 in 49 overs before rain interrupted play.
Rodrigues Adds Fire to the Innings
Immediately after Mandhana’s dismissal, Jemimah Rodrigues walked in at No. 3. She wasted no time and unleashed a counterattack. In fact, she scored a blistering 76 not out off only 55 balls. As a result, India’s total became nearly unchaseable. Furthermore, her promotion proved a masterstroke by captain Harmanpreet Kaur.
Rain Reduces Target but NZ Still Struggles
Subsequently, rain delayed New Zealand’s chase twice. Hence, their target was revised to 325 in 44 overs via DLS method. Nevertheless, the Kiwis never looked in control. Although Brooke Halliday fought hard with 81 off 84, wickets kept falling regularly. Ultimately, India’s fielders and bowlers maintained relentless pressure.
Bowling and Fielding Seal the Victory
Indeed, India’s bowling unit delivered under pressure. Renuka Singh struck early by removing Suzie Bates and Sophie Devine cheaply. Then, Sneh Rana dismissed key batter Amelia Kerr for 45. Additionally, Pratika Rawal chipped in with a crucial wicket. Finally, Deepti Sharma snared the last batter on the final ball. Thus, India won by 53 runs and booked their semifinal berth.
Records Fall in a Landmark Performance
Notably, several milestones were achieved during this match. First, Pratika Rawal became the joint-fastest woman to reach 1000 ODI runs—just 23 innings. Second, Smriti Mandhana surpassed Suzie Bates to become the highest run-scorer among openers in women’s ODIs. Third, their 212-run stand ranks as India’s fourth-highest opening partnership ever. Clearly, history was made at DY Patil Stadium.
Crowd and Conditions Add to the Drama
Interestingly, over 23,000 fans packed the DY Patil Stadium. This set a new attendance record for a Women’s World Cup league match. Despite unseasonal rain and wet patches, the atmosphere remained electric. Consequently, players fed off the energy. Also, lightning threats briefly halted play, but officials ensured a fair contest.