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  WATCH: Jemimah, Harmanpreet, other players get emotional as India knock mighty Australia out of WC

  October 31, 2025 1:10 IST

  Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur stood tall to take India home to one of the greatest World Cup victories for the country, regardless of gender. India beat Australia in the World Cup semifinal after pulling off the record run-chases in women's ODIs to qualify for the final.

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  Jemimah Rodrigues scripts Women's World Cup knockouts history with an innings of a lifetime in semis

  October 31, 2025 0:23 IST

  Jemimah Rodrigues played the innings of her lifetime, scoring her third century in the women's ODIs and her career-best as she took India to the final of the Women's World Cup. India beat Australia by five wickets and set up the final date against South Africa.

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  Rohit to Sachin, wishes pour in as India beat Australia to qualify for ODI World Cup

  October 30, 2025 23:53 IST

  India stunned Australia to reach the ODI World Cup final, chasing a record 339 as Jemimah Rodrigues (127*) and Harmanpreet Kaur (89) starred in a historic win. Former stars, including Rohit Sharma and Sachin Tendulkar, hailed the victory ahead of the Nov 2 final.

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  Jemimah Rodrigues reveals mental struggles, says anxiety nearly broke her before semifinal heroics

  October 30, 2025 23:19 IST

  Jemimah Rodrigues revealed she battled anxiety and cried daily during the tour before her match-winning 127* helped India beat Australia to reach the ODI World Cup final. She said she didn’t know she’d bat at No.3 and dedicated the win to India, not personal milestones.

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  Jemimah plays career-best knock as India script historic chase to qualify for ODI World Cup final

  October 30, 2025 23:00 IST

  Jemimah Rodrigues powered India to a record-breaking chase against Australia in the ODI World Cup semi-final. Her stellar partnership with Harmanpreet Kaur (89) guided India past Australia’s 338, marking the highest successful run chase in women’s ODI history.

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  IND vs AUS Melbourne weather report: Will rain spoil the first T20I between India and Australia?

  October 30, 2025 22:17 IST

  India face Australia in the second T20I at the MCG after rain washed out the opener in Canberra. Suryakumar Yadav’s 39 and Gill’s 37 gave India a strong start before play stopped. Rain may again disrupt play, with an 87% chance of showers and cloudy skies forecast.

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  Rahul Dravid credits Rohit Sharma for changing India's white-ball mindset

  October 30, 2025 21:15 IST

  Rahul Dravid credited Rohit Sharma for transforming India’s white-ball cricket, leading to the 2024 T20 World Cup win. Under Rohit, India adopted a more aggressive style, and in recent ODIs in Australia, he showcased a measured approach, scoring 73 and 121*.

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  Smriti Mandhana in disbelief, keep saying 'bat nahi laga' after Alyssa Healy's lucky DRS call: Watch

  October 30, 2025 20:27 IST

  Smriti Mandhana was shocked after being given out caught behind via DRS in the World Cup semi-final vs Australia, insisting “bat nahi laga.” Australia posted 338, led by Litchfield’s 119, Perry’s 77, and Gardner’s 63, leaving India chasing a huge total.

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  Smriti Mandhana becomes second Indian cricketer to achieve historic milestone against Australia

  October 30, 2025 19:25 IST

  Smriti Mandhana became the second Indian, after Mithali Raj, to score 1000 ODI runs against Australia during the World Cup semi-final. Australia set a massive 338-run target led by Litchfield’s 119, Perry’s 77, and Gardner’s 63, leaving India a tough chase.

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  Phoebe Litchfield shatters Women's WC knockouts' record, slams 77-ball ton against India in semis

  October 31, 2025 0:26 IST

  Phoebe Litchfield slammed her second ODI century and her first in the World Cup as Australia piled on 338 runs batting first in the second semi-final of the ongoing tournament. Litchfield's 155-run partnership with Ellyse Perry laid the foundation for a huge first-innings score for Australia.

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  IND vs AUS Pitch Report: How will surface at MCG play for second T20I in Melbourne?

  October 30, 2025 18:32 IST

  The second T20I between India and Australia is scheduled to take place tomorrow at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne. The venue has hosted 27 T20Is so far, and it will be interesting to see how the surface will play. Here's the pitch report:

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  Guwahati to host first-ever Test with revised match timings, here's why

  October 30, 2025 17:31 IST

  Guwahati will host its first Test with revised timings due to early sunsets. Play starts at 9 am, with tea before lunch to maximise daylight. It’s the first time India will alter the session order in Tests to ensure all overs finish in natural light.

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  IND vs AUS: 90000 fans set to flock MCG as India return to iconic venue for a T20I after three years

  October 30, 2025 17:13 IST

  India and Australia will lock horns tomorrow in the second T20I of the five-match series at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). As many as 90000 fans are set to flock to the iconic venue to watch India play a T20I for the first time since November 2022.

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  Rohit Sharma joining KKR in IPL 2026? Mumbai Indians take dig with smart wit

  October 30, 2025 17:06 IST

  After Abhishek Nayar’s appointment as KKR head coach sparked rumours of Rohit Sharma joining him, Mumbai Indians quashed the speculation with a witty X post, saying “the sun rises every day, but not at Knight,” adding SRK’s line, “Mushkil Nahi Namumkin Hai.”

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  Kolkata Knight Riders elevate Abhishek Nayar to head coach position ahead of IPL 2026

  October 30, 2025 17:23 IST

  Kolkata Knight Riders moved on from Chandrakant Pandit, a couple of months after the 2025 edition of the IPL and were on a hunt for a new head coach. The three-time champions are on the lookout for bowling coaches as well, with Bharat Arun and Carl Crowe parting ways with the franchise.

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  Why is Harleen Deol not playing for India in World Cup semifinal clash vs Australia?

  October 30, 2025 16:00 IST

  India have made a few changes to their playing XI for the massive clash against Australia in the second semifinal of the Women's World Cup. Harleen Deol is missing from India's playing XI alongside Uma Chetry even as Sneh Rana has also been left out. Here's the reason for Harleen's absence:

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  Why are India and Australia players wearing black armbands in Women's World Cup semifinal?

  October 30, 2025 15:46 IST

  India and Australia have locked horns today in the second semifinal at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Australia have won the toss and opted to bat first. Both teams and the umpires are wearing black armbands today. Here's the reason:

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  'Can’t believe it': Nasser Hussain left shocked as Rohit Sharma claims top spot in ICC ODI rankings

  October 30, 2025 15:15 IST

  Former England skipper Nasser Hussain took centre stage and lauded Rohit Sharma for his recent performance against Australia, and expressed his shock over the star batter achieving the top spot in the ICC ODI rankings.

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  Why is Pratika Rawal not playing for India in World Cup semifinal clash vs Australia?

  October 30, 2025 14:45 IST

  India and Australia locked horns today in the much-awaited Women's World Cup semifinal clash at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. India are missing their opening batter Pratika Rawal from the playing XI for this massive encounter. Here's why she is not playing today:

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  IND-W vs AUS-W semifinal Highlights: India defy their past to knock Australia out, qualify for final

  October 31, 2025 12:35 IST

  India vs Australia Live: India have pulled off a record run-chase to beat Australia and knock the defending champions out of the Women's World Cup. We will have a new champion on Sunday as India will be up against South Africa in the final in Navi Mumbai.

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  FIDE Chess World Cup 2025: Where to watch, schedule, and all you need to know

  October 30, 2025 13:33 IST

  The FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 is all set to kick off on October 31, and with the tournament right around the corner, let us have a look at the where to watch, schedule, and all you need to know details about the marquee competition.

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  Wolvaardt shatters all-time Women's World Cup record as captain after marathon knock of 169 in semis

  October 30, 2025 13:24 IST

  South African captain Laura Wolvaardt was outstanding as she put her hand up in a World Cup knockout game, smashing a record-breaking 169 against England in the semifinal on Wednesday in Guwahati. South Africa won the contest by 125 runs to qualify for their maiden Women's World Cup final.

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  Ben Austin, 17-year-old Australia cricketer, dies after blow to head

  October 30, 2025 12:18 IST

  17-year-old cricketer from Australia, Ben Austin, tragically passed away after he was hit in the head while practicing with the automatic bowling. Despite being rushed to the medical centre, Austin lost his life on October 29.

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  ‘Getting better’: Shreyas Iyer provides crucial update on his rib injury

  October 30, 2025 10:31 IST

  Star India batter Shreyas Iyer recently took to social media and provided a crucial update on his rib injury. Taking to X, Iyer informed his fans that he is in the process of recovery and is on his way to make a comeback to the side.

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  India A vs South Africa A Live: When and where to watch first unofficial Test on TV and streaming?

  October 30, 2025 8:47 IST

  With India A all set to take on South Africa A in the first unofficial Test of the series, let us have a look at the live streaming, and broadcast details of the upcoming game between the two side sthat is slated to begin from October 30.

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  Bayern Munich script history, register massive record with 14 consecutive wins

  October 30, 2025 8:13 IST

  German football club Bayern Munich registered yet another win in the ongoing DFB Pokal 2025-26, extending their winning run to 14, scripting history, and etching their names in the history books after some stellar performances.

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  'I don’t like losing': Charlotte Edwards gives her take after England's devastating WC exit

  October 30, 2025 7:04 IST

  England women's head coach Charlotte Edwards recently came forward and talked about her side's performance in the Women's World Cup 2025 semi-final. She expressed her opinion on the changes that should be made after the devastating loss.

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  IND vs AUS pitch report: How will surface at DY Patil Cricket Stadium in Navi Mumbai play?

  October 29, 2025 23:54 IST

  India face Australia in the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 semi-final in Navi Mumbai. It’s a 2017 rematch as Harmanpreet Kaur’s side seeks redemption against Alyssa Healy’s dominant Aussies, with Shafali Verma replacing injured opener Pratika Rawal.