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Smriti Mandhana was stunned after being given out via UltraEdge review in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 semifinal.
Smriti Mandhana’s reaction to being given out (X)
Smriti Mandhana just could not believe that she was given out in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 semi-final between India and Australia at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai on Thursday.
The Indian vice-captain was spotted shaking her head in disbelief after the third umpire overturned the on-field umpire’s decision.
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On the second ball of the 10th over, Kim Garth bowled it down the leg side with Alyssa Healy up to the stumps. Smriti missed the flick, and Healy moved swiftly to her right to catch it. Both Healy and Garth appealed, but the umpire turned it down and signalled a wide.
After some thought, Healy opted for a review.
Mandhana shook her head when asked by her batting partner Jemimah Rodrigues.
When the third umpire took a closer look, UltraEdge showed a spike as the ball passed the bat.
Mandhana was left shocked and walked off, shaking her head.
India Face Record Chase
Australia showcased an impressive batting performance in the second semifinal of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup in Navi Mumbai, posting a formidable 338 against India on Thursday. Phoebe Litchfield led the charge with a superb 119 off just 93 balls, supported by Ellyse Perry’s solid 77 from 88 and Ashleigh Gardner’s explosive 63 off 45. The trio capitalised on favourable batting conditions after being asked to bat first.
India’s bowlers faced challenges in maintaining consistency, particularly Kranti Gaud and the spinners who struggled to exert pressure. Renuka Singh bowled with discipline, while Deepti Sharma provided a late spark, claiming two wickets in the final over. Australia lost Alyssa Healy early for one run, dismissed by Kranti following a brief reprieve from Harmanpreet Kaur’s dropped catch.
Litchfield and Perry then established a strong 100-run partnership off 85 balls, capitalising on loose deliveries. Litchfield’s aggressive strokeplay illuminated the innings as she raced to her century before being bowled by Amanjot Kaur. Perry and Beth Mooney contributed 40 runs before a minor collapse ensued. However, Gardner’s powerful hitting in the death overs, including two massive sixes, propelled Australia well past 300, concluding at a daunting 338 and leaving India facing a challenging chase.
(With inputs from Agencies)
Ritayan Basu, Senior Sub-Editor, Sports at News18.com. Has been covering domestic and and international football for nearly a decade. Has played and covered badminton. Ocassionally writes cricket content, havin…Read More
Ritayan Basu, Senior Sub-Editor, Sports at News18.com. Has been covering domestic and and international football for nearly a decade. Has played and covered badminton. Ocassionally writes cricket content, havin… Read More
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October 30, 2025, 20:27 IST
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