Match Analysis: India vs England ICC Women's World Cup 2025 - 19 October 2025

Context & Pre-Match Setup

  • England won the toss and elected to bat first at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore.

  • With the semi-final slots looming, this fixture carried heavy weight for both sides. England were seeking qualification; India were fighting to stay in contention.

  • The pitch looked good for batting and the high first-innings score reflected that.

England’s Innings Breakdown

  • England posted 288 for 8 in their 50 overs.

  • Stand-out performances:

    • Heather Knight scored a commanding 109 off 91 balls (15 fours, 1 six) in her 300th international match.

    • Amy Jones added 56 off 68 balls, helping England build a strong base.

  • India’s bowling:

    • Deepti Sharma was the pick of the bowlers for India with 4 for 51.

    • The other bowlers struggled to maintain pressure during the middle overs, allowing England to build momentum.

India’s Chase & England’s Defence

  • India responded strongly with 284 for 6 in their 50 overs but fell just short by 4 runs.

  • Key batting contributions:

    • Smriti Mandhana made 88 off 94 balls (8 fours) and looked set to steer India home.

    • Harmanpreet Kaur (captain) added 70 off 70 balls (10 fours) and gave India a solid platform.

  • England’s bowling & fielding in the final phase:

    • The death overs turned into England’s strong suit: tight lines, fewer boundaries, smart field placements.

    • Specifically, the very last overs proved costly for India, as England managed to defend the target despite the hosts being in sight of victory.

Key Turning Points

  • England’s opening stand set the tone; Heather Knight’s innings anchored the total and provided a strong base.

  • India’s chase was heading in good shape—Mandhana and Kaur had put together a 125-run partnership. However, once the wicket of Mandhana fell, the momentum shifted.

  • The final overs: when India needed around 27 off 18 balls, England’s bowlers held their nerve—especially in the 48th over and final deliveries. According to reports, the equation tightened and England’s death bowling clinched it.

What This Means & Take-Aways

For India:

  • Their batting showed character and big partnerships—Mandhana and Kaur delivered under pressure.

  • However, the inability to finish the chase is a concern. The death overs fielding and bowling need sharpening if they are to progress further.

  • The loss puts India in a more precarious position in their campaign.

For England:

  • A statement performance in a high-pressure situation. Heather Knight’s century in her 300th match exemplified experience and composure.

  • Their bowling attack’s ability to grind out the win in crunch moments shows mental strength and maturity.

  • Qualification for the semi-finals secured with a narrow but significant win.

In a gripping televised showdown at Indore, England edged past India by a mere four runs (288 for 8 versus 284 for 6) to book their semi-final spot. Heather Knight’s masterclass century and intelligent death bowling overshadowed India’s valiant batting—led by Smriti Mandhana’s 88 and captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s 70. While India looked on course after a 125-run partnership, England’s calm under the spotlight prevented a home-crowd victory. For India, a heartbreak — for England, a composed rise into the knockout stages.

Match Analysis: India vs New Zealand ICC Women's World Cup 2025- 23 October 2025

Context & Setup

  • India entered this fixture under pressure: after three successive losses, this match was effectively a must-win to secure a semi-final berth.

  • New Zealand too needed the result to keep their hopes alive, making this clash critical for both sides.

  • The venue: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai — day/night format which added slightly to the strategic considerations for both bat and ball.

India’s Batting Masterclass

  • India posted 340/3 in 49 overs.

  • Star performers:

    • Smriti Mandhana: 109 off 95 balls.

    • Pratika Rawal: 122 off 134 balls.

    • Jemimah Rodrigues: unbeaten 76* off 55 balls, provided finishing momentum.

  • Their opening stand of 212 runs set the tone and put New Zealand firmly on the back foot early.

    • The innings showcased intent, power and control… India built a huge base and then accelerated—something they had struggled with in the preceding matches.

    New Zealand’s Response & India’s Bowling

    • New Zealand reached 271/8 in 44 overs (target: 325 via DLS).

    • Key contributions for NZ:

      • Brooke Halliday: 81 from 84 balls.

      • Isabella Gaze: 65* off 51.

    • India’s bowling managed to take crucial wickets—especially early—to stem the NZ build-up. For example: Renuka Singh Thakur 2-25 in 6 overs.

    • While NZ had moments of fight, they could not match India’s intensity, and the revised target via DLS added extra pressure.

Key Turning Points

  • The colossal opening partnership by Mandhana & Rawal put India in commanding position; once India had that platform, the margin for error shrank for NZ.

  • Early NZ wickets (Suzie Bates out for 1) derailed their chase attempt before Halliday & Gaze could settle.

  • The DLS target was steep: chasing 325 in 44 overs meant NZ needed about 7.39 runs per over from the outset—a demanding ask.

  • India’s composure after earlier disappointments was evident—this was a statement win.

Implications & Take-Aways

For India:

  • A bold response after failure to close out matches earlier—this win rekindles momentum and secures a semi-final berth.

  • Batting across top order clicked; now the focus moves to bowling depth and consistency in knockout games.

  • The match gave confidence: when the top three fire, India can dominate.

For New Zealand:

  • Despite solid individual knocks, the chase got away early—pressure, conditions & target combined unfavourably.

  • They will reflect on missed opportunities, and the need to build deeper partnerships when under duress.

  • With elimination looming, the margin for error is thin.

In a pivotal clash for knockout qualification, India delivered a commanding performance against New Zealand, posting 340/3 thanks to electric centuries by Mandhana (109) and Rawal (122), and a polished push from Rodrigues (76*). The 212-run opening stand laid the foundation, and India maintained the upper hand throughout. New Zealand’s 271/8 fell short, and the revised DLS target further limited their margin for error. The comprehensive 53-run win (via DLS) not only ended India’s three-game losing streak but also sealed their place in the semi-finals, with confidence restored and momentum back in their favour.

Match Analysis: India vs Bangladesh ICC Women's World Cup 2025- 26 October 2025

Context & Pre-match Setup

  • India entered their final group-match looking to finish strongly and head into the knockout phase with confidence.

  • Bangladesh, though lower in the standings, aimed to upset India and end their campaign on a high.

  • Rain and weather conditions played a significant role: play was delayed and overs were subsequently reduced.

  • India won the toss and chose to field first.

Bangladesh’s Innings

  • Bangladesh posted 119 for 9 in 27 overs (match reduced to 27 overs per side) after rain delayed the start.

  • Key performances:

    • Sharmin Akhter top scored with 36 off 53 balls for Bangladesh.

  • From India’s bowling:

    • Radha Yadav took 3 for 30 in 6 overs.

    • Shree Charani claimed 2 for 23.

  • The bowling and fielding highlighted India’s control in the early part of the match, despite the interruptions.

India’s Chase & Match Abandonment

  • India began their chase well: after being set a revised target of 126 in 27 overs, they reached 57 for 0 in 8.4 overs.

    • Smriti Mandhana was unbeaten on 34 off 27 balls.

    • Amanjot Kaur added 15 off 25 balls and remained not out.

  • However, persistent rain forced the match to be abandoned as a no-result. Thus, each side was awarded one point.

Key Turning Points & Take-aways

  • The early dominance of India’s bowlers set the tone: Bangladesh were restricted to a modest total in the context of a reduced-overs match.

  • India’s openers settled quickly and were in a strong position at 57 without loss, showing intent and control.

  • The rain and subsequent abandonment prevented India from converting that strong start into a full victory, but the performance nonetheless offered positives.

  • From a tournament perspective, the no-result meant India secured the full benefit of their earlier performances, while Bangladesh displayed fight but couldn’t quite capitalise.

  • An additional concern: India’s opener Pratika Rawal had an injury scare during this match (twisted ankle/knee) while fielding, which became a talking point moving into the knockout phase.

Implications for Both Sides

For India:

  • The match offered a clean platform ahead of the knockout stage, and while the full game wasn’t completed, the signs of batting depth and bowling discipline were positive.

  • The injury concern to Rawal is one to monitor given upcoming high-stakes games.

  • They finished the league phase on a stable note, ready for the semi-final.

For Bangladesh:

  • Despite the eventual no-result, they showed competitiveness, and the bowling efforts in particular were credible.

  • They will reflect on missed opportunities but also build on the work done in the tournament.

On 26 October in Navi Mumbai, India and Bangladesh faced off in the final group-stage match of the Women’s World Cup. Bangladesh were limited to 119/9 in a reduced 27-over game, with Radha Yadav and Shree Charani spearheading India’s strong bowling performance. India’s reply showed promise as Smriti Mandhana (34*) and Amanjot Kaur (15*) guided the hosts to 57/0 in 8.4 overs in pursuit of a revised target of 126. Yet rain had the final say, and the match was abandoned—ending in a no-result and both sides sharing a point. For India, a solid platform built, and for Bangladesh, lessons learned amid a valiant effort.

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