🏏 Match Overview

The India Women vs New Zealand Women clash in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 has turned into a high-scoring thriller — until rain played spoilsport.
At the time of interruption, India stood strong at 329/2, riding on a spectacular partnership between Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues, who dazzled the crowd with a quick-fire half-century.

🌧️ Rain Stops Play — India in Command

Just as India looked set for a mammoth total, rain interrupted play, forcing players off the field.
The skies opened up in the 42nd over, halting India’s momentum but not before they put themselves in a commanding position.

  • Score: 329/2 (41.5 overs)

  • Jemimah Rodrigues: 50 (off 42 balls)

  • Smriti Mandhana: 121* (off 105 balls)

  • Harmanpreet Kaur: 88* (off 77 balls)

The duo’s fearless batting lit up the stadium as fans cheered every boundary and milestone before the sudden downpour.

💥 Jemimah Rodrigues’ Fiery Knock

Jemimah Rodrigues continued her impressive form, playing with aggression and precision.
Her 50 came off just 42 deliveries, featuring exquisite drives and calculated risks that kept the run rate soaring.
Her partnership with Mandhana set the tone for India’s innings and showcased the depth of India’s batting lineup.

🌟 Smriti Mandhana Leads from the Front

Captain Smriti Mandhana once again proved why she’s one of the best in women’s cricket. Her composed yet aggressive innings steadied India early on and allowed Rodrigues and Harmanpreet to play freely.
Mandhana’s footwork and timing against the New Zealand bowlers were top-notch, earning applause from both fans and commentators.

🇮🇳 India’s Dominant Performance So Far

Team India’s batting has been nothing short of spectacular in this World Cup. The openers provided a solid start, and the middle order capitalized brilliantly.
With Harmanpreet and Mandhana still at the crease when rain stopped play, India looks poised for a 350+ total — if the game resumes without major delays.

🏟️ Match Context

This group-stage encounter between India and New Zealand is crucial for both teams’ semi-final aspirations. India entered this match after a convincing win over Australia, while New Zealand is looking to bounce back from an earlier defeat.
A win here would further strengthen India’s position on the points table and boost their net run rate.

⚡ Fans React as Rain Interrupts

Cricket fans across social media expressed both excitement and frustration as rain interrupted the match just when India was on a roll.
Memes and reactions flooded platforms like X (Twitter) and Instagram, with many praising Rodrigues’ fearless batting and Mandhana’s leadership.

🔜 What’s Next?

Weather forecasts suggest the rain might ease in the next hour, giving hope for a full 50-over contest.
If the match resumes, India will look to finish strong and set an imposing total for New Zealand to chase.

Stay tuned for more live updates, highlights, and post-match analysis from the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.

📰 Conclusion

The rain may have paused the game, but India’s dominance continues to shine. With Jemimah Rodrigues’ explosive fifty and Smriti Mandhana’s masterclass, the Women in Blue have once again shown why they are serious contenders for the World Cup title.