Australia to Face India, England Meet South Africa in Women’s World Cup Semi-Finals

The stage is set for two blockbuster semi-finals at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, with Australia taking on hosts India in Navi Mumbai and England facing South Africa in Guwahati. The line-up mirrors that of the 2017 edition, setting up a thrilling repeat of classic rivalries.

Defending champions Australia have been the standout side of the tournament, finishing the league stage undefeated with six wins and one no result from seven matches. Their latest triumph over South Africa in Indore secured them 13 points and the top spot on the table.

South Africa, who finished second with 10 points (five wins, two losses), will now take on England, the 2017 champions, in the first semi-final at Guwahati’s Barsapara Stadium on Wednesday. England currently sit third with nine points and could move up to second if they defeat New Zealand in their final group match.

Meanwhile, India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, will face the formidable Australian side in the second semi-final at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, on Thursday. The hosts have three wins and three losses so far, with one group fixture remaining against Bangladesh on Sunday.

Weather Could Play a Role

Rain could yet have a say in the knockout stages. Heavy showers are forecast in Guwahati around toss time on Wednesday, while Navi Mumbai is expected to experience cloudy conditions and possible thunderstorms during the second semi-final.

The semi-finals and the final — scheduled for November 2 in Navi Mumbai — all have reserve days in case of weather interruptions. If a semi-final ends with no result, the team finishing higher in the group stage will progress to the final. In the event of a washout in the final, the trophy will be shared.

Head-to-Head: Familiar Foes

Australia and India share a storied rivalry in World Cup knockouts, having met three times before — Australia winning twice and India once. England, meanwhile, hold a perfect record against South Africa in World Cup knockout matches, having triumphed on both previous occasions.

With form, history, and weather all in the mix, the Women’s World Cup semi-finals promise high drama and emotional intensity — a fitting prelude to what could be another historic final in Navi Mumbai.