Women’s World Cup: Jhulan Goswami congratulates India for semi-final qualification

IANS | October 24, 2025 12:13 PM

New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Former India bowler Jhulan Goswami hailed Team India after their emphatic 53-run victory over New Zealand at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Thursday. It was a must-win game for both sides as their semi-final qualification hopes hung by a thin thread, and the Women in Blue, with their victory, knocked the White Ferns out of the race to secure the last remaining spot in the top four.

Anjum, Mithali laud India’s ‘statement’ win against NZ for semis berth

IANS | October 24, 2025 10:50 AM

New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) India stormed into the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup with a commanding victory over New Zealand, marking a strong comeback after an inconsistent run in the tournament. The emphatic win, set up by centuries from Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal, and a vital contribution from Jemimah Rodrigues, showcased India’s depth and resilience under pressure.

Afghanistan fined for slow over-rate after Harare Test defeat

IANS | October 23, 2025 8:48 PM

Dubai, Oct 23 (IANS) Afghanistan’s innings defeat to Zimbabwe in Harare came with an added penalty, as the team was fined 25 per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate in the one-off Test that ended on Wednesday.

Fans criticise Team India after ODI series loss to Australia

IANS | October 23, 2025 6:30 PM

New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) India suffered another defeat against Australia as the hosts clinched the second ODI on Thursday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. With that, the Men in Blue registered their first ODI loss in Adelaide in 17 years.