AU-W vs IN-W 2nd Semi Final Match Preview – The stage is set for a monumental clash in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 as hosts India take on the formidable, all-conquering Australian side in the second semi-final. This prime-time encounter at the Dr. D. Y. Patil Sports Academy is a replay of the classic 2017 semi-final, a match forever etched in Indian folklore thanks to Harmanpreet Kaur’s legendary 171*. Eight years later, Kaur once again leads her nation, this time on home soil, with the hopes of a billion fans riding on her team’s shoulders.
Australia, however, are a relentless winning machine. They have been the benchmark in women’s cricket for a decade and have cruised through this tournament with an air of invincibility. Having already defeated India in a high-scoring group stage match—where they chased down a record total—the Tahlia McGrath-led side will be brimming with confidence.
For India, this is a chance to dethrone the champions and book their ticket to the final. For Australia, it is simply the next step in their seemingly destined march towards another world title.
AU-W vs IN-W Match Details
| Match | Australia Women (AU-W) vs India Women (IN-W), 2nd Semi-Final |
| Series | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 |
| Venue | Dr. D. Y. Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| Date & Time | Thursday, October 30, 2025, 07:30 PM (IST) |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar |
AU-W vs IN-W Head-to-Head (ODIs)
The historical data tells a story of complete Australian dominance. In 60 ODI encounters, Australia has won a staggering 49, with India managing just 11 victories. The World Cup record is just as one-sided. However, India’s most famous win against the Aussies came in a World Cup knockout, proving that on the day, history counts for little.
| Format | Total Matches | Australia Won | India Won | No Result/Tied |
| Overall ODIs | 60 | 49 | 11 | 0 |
| In World Cups | 14 | 10 | 3 | 1 (Washout) |
| WC Knockouts | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
AU-W vs IN-W Pitch Report
The Dr. D. Y. Patil Sports Academy is renowned as a batting paradise. The pitch is flat, offers true pace and bounce, and the quick outfield yields high value for shots. We have already seen massive scores at this venue during the tournament, including India posting 340/3 against New Zealand.
For a 7:30 PM start, the dew factor will be the single most critical element. The team winning the toss will almost certainly opt to chase, as bowling in the second innings with a wet ball will be extremely difficult for both spinners and seamers. A par score batting first will need to be in excess of 300 to be considered safe.
AU-W vs IN-W Weather Report
The weather in Navi Mumbai for Thursday evening is expected to be characteristic of the “October Heat.” While the temperature will be a warm 26-30°C, the humidity will be very high, testing the players’ fitness. There is a slight chance of patchy rain or light showers (around 10%) during the night, but it is not expected to cause a significant interruption. The primary weather story remains the heavy dew expected in the second innings.
AU-W vs IN-W Probable Playing11
Australia Women (AU-W): Alyssa Healy (wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Tahlia McGrath (c), Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown.
India Women (IN-W): Smriti Mandhana, Yastika Bhatia, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Amanjot Kaur, Radha Yadav, Renuka Singh, Arundathi Reddy.
AU-W vs IN-W Squads
Australia Women Squad: Georgia Wareham, Alyssa Healy (w/c), Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Sophie Molineux, Megan Schutt, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Nicole Faltum, Alana King, Tahlia McGrath (c), Grace Harris, Charli Knott, Phoebe Litchfield, Darcie Brown, Georgia Voll, Kim Garth, Heather Graham.
India Women Squad: Deepti Sharma, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Radha Yadav, Harleen Deol, Arundathi Reddy, Yastika Bhatia, Sneh Rana, Richa Ghosh, Kranti Gaud, Renuka Singh, Pratika Rawal, Amanjot Kaur, Uma Chetry, NR-Shree Charani.
AU-W vs IN-W Match Prediction
This is a classic contest of an unstoppable force against an immovable object. Australia’s batting lineup is a leviathan; from Healy and Litchfield at the top to Gardner and Sutherland in the middle, they bat deep and score fast. Their bowling, led by Megan Schutt and the spin wizardry of Ashleigh Gardner, is relentless.
India’s hopes rest on their “Big Three.” They need a flying start from Smriti Mandhana, a big-match innings from captain Harmanpreet Kaur, and an all-round masterclass from Deepti Sharma. The home crowd will be a massive factor, acting as the 12th woman. If India’s spinners can find a way to grip the ball despite the dew, they can put pressure on the Australian middle order.
However, Australia’s depth and their proven ability to win knockout matches under any conditions give them a significant edge. They have already shown they can chase down a massive total against this Indian attack in this very tournament. While an Indian victory would be a story for the ages, the smart money is on the Australian juggernaut to roll on.
Prediction: Australia Women to win.
