Australia showcased their formidable prowess by knocking India out of the Women’s T20 World Cup with an impressive six-wicket win, achieved through a record-breaking chase. India set a challenging target of 170-4, thanks to a late surge led by Harmanpreet Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues, which offered them a glimmer of hope in prolonging their tournament journey.
Despite already securing a spot in the semi-finals, Australia played with the tenacity of champions, showing no signs of complacency. Their chase began with some difficulty, but Ellyse Perry and Ash Gardner turned the tide with a decisive partnership. Together, they amassed 100 runs off just 59 balls, which proved to be the turning point of the match.
The duo executed a masterful combination of aggressive hitting and strategic play, with Gardner unleashing powerful strokes and Perry steering the innings with precision. This effective collaboration helped Australia reach the target comfortably, with six wickets in hand, further cementing their status as the team to beat in the tournament.
India’s loss marked the end of their World Cup campaign, while South Africa benefited from the outcome, advancing to the knockout rounds. Meanwhile, Australia’s unbeaten streak continued, serving as a stark reminder to other teams of their dominance and depth, even when experimenting with different lineups.