A high-voltage clash awaits cricket fans as India face Australia in the second semi-final of the Women’s World Cup 2025 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai on Thursday. The encounter promises edge-of-the-seat excitement, with India seeking to avenge their group-stage defeat to Australia in Visakhapatnam earlier in the tournament.

India have made one change to their side after opener Pratika Rawal was ruled out due to injury. Young batting sensation Shafali Verma has been named as her replacement, adding fresh energy to India’s top order. With a packed home crowd expected to fill the stadium, skipper Harmanpreet Kaur’s team will look to deliver a spirited performance and book their place in Sunday’s final.

On Wednesday, South Africa sealed their spot in the championship match after defeating England in the first semi-final. The winner of today’s India vs Australia clash will now take on the Proteas in what is shaping up to be a thrilling summit showdown.

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The match begins at 3:00 PM IST, with the toss at 2:30 PM, at the DY Patil Stadium. Fans can catch all the action live on the Star Sports Network, while DD Free Dish will telecast India’s matches for free. For those tuning in online, free live streaming will be available on ICC.tv in select regions and the Jiostar app and website in India.

With star batters like Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma taking on Australia’s formidable bowling attack led by Alyssa Perry and Megan Schutt, the semifinal promises fireworks. As both teams chase a spot in the Women’s World Cup final, the pressure—and the anticipation—has never been higher.

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