# India vs New Zealand: India Post Mammoth 340/3 in ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Semi-Final Race

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Published: 2025-10-23  
Updated: 2025-10-23  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

In a high-stakes battle at the **Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai**, **India**[**Women** ](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India)delivered their best batting performance of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 campaign, posting a colossal **340/3 in 49 overs** against **New Zealand Women**. The sensational centuries from **Smriti Mandhana (109)** and **Pratika Rawal (122)** set the tone for India’s dominance, while *Jemimah Rodrigues (76)** added a late flourish to propel the hosts toward a commanding position in this virtual quarterfinal.

## India vs New Zealand: Match Overview

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Fixture | India Women vs New Zealand Women — ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, Match 24 |
| Venue | Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| Date | October 23, 2025 |
| Toss | New Zealand won and opted to field first |
| Result So Far | India posted 340/3 in 49 overs (1st Innings) |
| Rain Impact | Match reduced to 49 overs per side |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network & Disney+ Hotstar |
| ICC Official Link | [India vs New Zealand Scorecard](https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/womens-cricket-worldcup-2025/matches/262209/india-vs-new-zealand) |

After three consecutive losses, India needed this match to keep their **semi-final hopes alive**—and the team responded in style with a record-breaking batting display at home.

![Women](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/image-1970-1024x576.webp)

## The Heroics: Mandhana and Rawal Shine Bright

**Pratika Rawal** was the star of the innings with her maiden World Cup century (122 off 134), a masterclass in timing and placement. Her innings was characterized by patience early on and aggression once she settled, earning her the milestone of becoming the **joint-fastest Indian woman to reach 1000 ODI runs (in 23 innings)**.

**Smriti Mandhana**, India’s vice-captain, complemented Rawal perfectly with a trademark fluent century (109 off 95 balls) that featured 12 boundaries and 2 towering sixes. Together, the duo stitched a **record 212-run opening stand**, the **highest-ever for India in Women’s World Cup history**, setting a solid foundation for India’s mammoth total.

Mandhana’s dismissal, caught by Suzie Bates off her own bowling after an aerial shot, ended the partnership, but the damage was already done.

## Second-Wicket Partnership: Rodrigues Steps Up

After Mandhana’s departure, **Jemimah Rodrigues** joined the party, continuing the momentum with an unbeaten **76 off 54 deliveries**. Her attacking strokeplay, coupled with intelligent rotation of strike, ensured that the scoring pace never dipped.

Rain briefly interrupted India’s charge, leading to a **revised 49-over format**, but the hosts adapted seamlessly. Captain *Harmanpreet Kaur (17)** provided finishing touches, guiding India to 340/3.

## New Zealand Bowling Summary

| Bowler | Overs | Wickets | Runs | Economy |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Suzie Bates | 6 | 1 | 42 | 7.00 |
| Amelia Kerr | 10 | 1 | 68 | 6.80 |
| Rosemary Mair | 9 | 1 | 58 | 6.44 |
| Jess Kerr | 8 | 0 | 60 | 7.50 |
| Lea Tahuhu | 8 | 0 | 61 | 7.62 |

Despite their disciplined efforts, the White Ferns struggled against India’s top order as Mandhana and Rawal found gaps at will. Mair, Bates, and Amelia Kerr were the only wicket-takers, but none could disrupt India’s rhythm.

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/image-1971.webp)

## Qualification Scenarios

With this formidable total, India are on the verge of **sealing the last semi-final spot**.

| Team | Scenario | Qualification Status |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **India Women** | Win against New Zealand | Qualify for semifinals |
| **India Women** | Lose but beat Bangladesh and rely on England | Still possible qualification |
| **New Zealand Women** | Must chase 341 and hope England win later | Only chance for survival |

The Women in Blue hold the advantage, thanks to superior win count and Net Run Rate clarity over New Zealand.

## Player Highlights

- **Pratika Rawal:** 122 (134) — Calm, composed, prolific. Her maiden World Cup ton proved decisive.
- **Smriti Mandhana:** 109 (95) — Her 14th ODI century showcased her consistency as India’s anchor.
- **Jemimah Rodrigues:** 76* (54) — Played the perfect finisher’s role in the final overs.
- **Suzie Bates:** The pick of New Zealand’s bowlers, breaking the all-important opening stand amidst the carnage.

## External References

- [Broadcast Details for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup](https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/womens-cricket-worldcup-2025/official-broadcasters)
- [India vs New Zealand Match Scorecard — ICC Official](https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/womens-cricket-worldcup-2025/matches/262209/india-vs-new-zealand)
- [State of Play at CWC25 — Semi-Final Scenarios](https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/womens-cricket-worldcup-2025/news/remaining-scenarios-for-teams-still-in-cwc25-semi-final-race)

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## FAQs

### **Q1: What is India’s total score against New Zealand in the CWC 2025 match?**

  
India posted a commanding **340/3 in 49 overs**, powered by centuries from Pratika Rawal and Smriti Mandhana and a rapid half-century from Jemimah Rodrigues.

### **Q2: Who was India’s top performer in the Women’s World Cup 2025 clash against New Zealand?**

  
Both **Smriti Mandhana** (109) and **Pratika Rawal** (122) starred with record-breaking centuries, while **Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 76** provided crucial finishing momentum.