First Semi-Final: England vs South Africa – October 29 at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, 3 PM IST

Second Semi-Final: India vs Australia – October 30 at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, 3 PM IST

Australia leads the points table with 13 points, securing the top spot after defeating South Africa. India, ranked fourth with 8 points, will face the number-one team in the semi-finals, as per ICC regulations. England and South Africa will contest the other semi-final, setting up two exciting matches leading into the final.

Indian women’s team still has one league-stage match remaining against Bangladesh, but even a victory in this game will not change their fourth-place position in the points table, with Australia firmly at the top.

The semi-finals are set, with South Africa facing England in the first clash, followed by India taking on Australia as the first- and fourth-placed teams meet.

India’s league-stage journey in the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 was a mix of highs and lows. After winning the first two matches comfortably, India suffered defeats in the next three encounters against top-ranked teams.

The must-win match against New Zealand saw centuries from Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal, helping India secure a 53-run victory via the Duckworth-Lewis method and book their spot in the semi-finals.

Indian faced a setback in the league stage, losing to Australia by 3 wickets. Batting first, India posted a competitive total of 330 runs, but Australia chased it down in 49 overs, led by a brilliant century from captain Alyssa Healy. Historically, India has struggled against Australia in Women’s ODIs, making it crucial for the team to approach future encounters with caution and strategic planning.