Just a few hours from now, it would be time for IND vs AUS at Lord’s, which happens to be a must-win match for Team India. This match could pave way for India’s semis dream in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, but conditions apply. Firstly, it won’t be an easy win against the best side in the world — Australia, and if the miracle does happen, NRR will come int play for sure.
| Group A | Played | Won | Lost | No Result | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +4.724 |
| India | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6 | +2.268 |
| South Africa | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6 | +0.734 |
| Bangladesh | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -0.849 |
| Pakistan | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | -1.872 |
| Netherlands | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | -3.276 |
Also, simultaneously, South Africa will be up against Bangladesh, which also is a must-win game for them. India’s fate also hangs on that match, and just a win in their match won’t suffice. Insidesport takes a look at India semis qualification in detail.
India qualification scenarios in Women’s T20 World Cup semis
If IND & SA win: As per cricket analyst Kartik Kannan, If India win by 1 run after scoring 179-180, then South Africa will have to beat Bangladesh by 130+ runs, if they have to go through. So, in short, India need to score big if they bat first. IF the Laura Wolvaardt’s side has to go through, they must get in excess of 200 runs, in all practicality.
From here, if SA have to go through, they will have to win in 6.3 overs, whatever target the Bangladeshis set. (Cricinfo)
If IND & SA lose: Here, there is a very slight chance that SA go through as well. If India lose by 135+ runs after AUS score between 200-265, and SA lose by only 15 or less runs, the latter go through.
If IND or SA lose: If India lose and South Africa win their match, they go through with no NRR in equation. Vice versa if India win and South Africa lose, then Harman & Co go ahead to semis.
IND W vs AUS W Live Score: Slow start of India in powerplay, Mandhana-Shafali look for runs
