Jemimah 127 Shatters Records in India’s Epic Win Over Australia
In a night that will be etched into cricketing folklore, India’s women pulled off a miracle in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semifinal—chasing down a mammoth 339 against the mighty Australians. At the heart of this historic chase was Jemimah 127—an unbeaten, record-breaking knock that didn’t just win a match but rewrote the history books.
Why This Chase Was More Than Just a Win
Australia had posted 338/9 in their 50 overs—a total that had never been successfully chased in a Women’s World Cup knockout match. In fact, it was the highest ever target defended in a Women’s ODI World Cup semifinal… until now. India’s five-wicket victory didn’t just send them to the final; it ended Australia’s 15-match winning streak and shattered multiple world records in one go.
The Jemimah 127 Masterclass
Jemimah Rodrigues walked in under immense pressure. But instead of crumbling, she rose—calm, composed, and utterly unstoppable. Her 127* off just 132 balls featured 13 boundaries and 2 sixes, blending grace with grit. More importantly, it was the highest individual score by an Indian woman in a World Cup knockout match.
Paired with captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s explosive 89, the duo stitched a 165-run stand that turned the tide decisively in India’s favor. Their partnership was not just match-winning—it was record-setting.
Full List of Records Broken That Night
Here’s a breakdown of the historic milestones achieved during India’s unforgettable chase:
- Highest successful chase in Women’s World Cup knockout history – 341/5 (previous: 275)
- Largest target ever chased against Australia in Women’s ODIs
- First time Australia lost a World Cup semifinal since 2009
- End of Australia’s 15-match winning streak in ICC tournaments
- Jemimah’s 127*: Highest score by an Indian in Women’s World Cup knockouts
- India’s first-ever chase above 330 in Women’s ODIs
Match Snapshot: India vs Australia – By the Numbers
| Team | Total | Overs | Top Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 338/9 | 50.0 | Beth Mooney – 92 |
| India | 341/5 | 48.3 | Jemimah Rodrigues – 127* |
What This Means for the Final
With this win, India has not only booked a place in the final against South Africa but also sent a powerful message to the cricketing world: they are no longer just participants—they are champions in the making. The confidence from this record-shattering performance could be the X-factor in the title clash.
For Jemimah, this innings is more than stats—it’s redemption, resilience, and revelation all rolled into one. From battling self-doubt to scripting history, her journey mirrors the team’s own evolution.