Mandhana, Rawal Power India into Women’s Cricket World Cup Semifinal
India secured a semifinal spot in the Women’s Cricket World Cup as Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal delivered stellar performances. Mandhana scored 109, her fifth century of the year, while Rawal achieved her maiden World Cup hundred with 122 runs. The pair put together a 230-run opening partnership, setting a strong platform for India’s total. Mandhana described the win as a “big relief” for the team, lifting pressure ahead of the knockout stage. Their aggressive batting and composure under pressure drew praise from fans and analysts alike. With this victory, India carries momentum into the semifinal, aiming to continue their dominant form. The team’s confidence is high as they prepare to face their next opponent, hoping to advance to the final and contend for the World Cup title. The win reinforced India’s top-order strength and highlighted the rising talent in the squad.
