How India Can Still Qualify for the Women’s World Cup 2025 Semifinals? Qualification Scenarios Explained

Team India’s campaign has taken a hit with three straight losses to South Africa, Australia, and England, despite being in strong positions in all three games. They were undone by Nadine de Klerk’s brilliance against South Africa, failed to defend 331 against Australia as Alyssa Healy smashed 142, and suffered a batting collapse against England. Still, India’s hopes are not over yet, having played five matches. Several no-result games in Colombo, including the recent New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match, have kept the race open, while England has become the third team to secure a semi-final spot.

India have two matches left against New Zealand on October 23 and Bangladesh on October 26. All three teams haven’t done well so far. For India to reach the semi-finals, they must win both games, which will take them to 8 points and almost guarantee a spot in the next round. If New Zealand lose more matches, it will help India’s chances even more. But if Harmanpreet Kaur and her team lose one more game, they’ll have to rely on New Zealand’s results to stay in the race.

India’s Remaining Fixtures

Semi‑Final Qualification Scenarios

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by Dwijesh October 20, 2025