Navi Mumbai, Oct. 23 -- Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal turned the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy into their personal launchpad as India Women blasted a commanding 340 for 3 in 49 overs against New Zealand Women in a crucial must-win clash of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 today.
With Australia, South Africa, and England already through to the semifinals, India must secure victory to confirm their spot in the knockout stage, making this high-octane encounter a virtual quarterfinal for the hosts.
In the rain-hit match, Mandhana was a whirlwind, smashing 109 off 95 balls with 10 fours and 4 sixes, while Pratika played a masterclass of controlled power, scoring 122 off 134 deliveries, peppered with 13 fours and 2 sixes.
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