'A great chase by the girls and a standout performance by Jemimah': Virat Kohli's shoutout to Women in Blue

India’s remarkable chase in the Women’s ODI World Cup semi-final against Australia has left the nation’s sporting fraternity in awe, with leading figures hailing it as a victory that will remain etched in history.

Jemimah Rodrigues produced the innings of her career, remaining unbeaten on 127, as India halted the Australian juggernaut on Thursday night to seal their place in a third Women’s ODI World Cup final.

Cricket legend Virat Kohli praised the side, writing on X:

“What a victory by our team over a mighty opponent like Australia. A great chase by the girls and a standout performance by Jemimah in a big game. A true display of resilience, belief, and passion. Well done, Team India!”

Sachin Tendulkar also lauded the team’s performance, posting:

“Fabulous victory! Well done @JemiRodrigues and @ImHarmanpreet for leading from the front. Shree Charani and @Deepti_Sharma06, you kept the game alive with the ball. Keep the tricolour flying high.”

Former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh praised the composure and spirit shown under pressure, especially by Rodrigues and captain Harmanpreet Kaur.

“There are wins that go beyond numbers on a scoreboard. This was one of them. Under pressure, with the world watching, @ImHarmanpreet played with the calm and conviction of a true leader while @JemiRodrigues brought pure focus and intent to play an innings of a lifetime,” he wrote.

“This partnership came from belief in their own game, in each other, and in what this team stands for. A historic semi-final to win — and on to the finals now!”

India will now face South Africa in the World Cup final in Navi Mumbai on Sunday, with the nation’s hopes firmly behind the Women in Blue. (With inputs from Agencies)