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India Women Secure Tri-Series Final Spot with Record-Breaking Win Over South Africa

Jemimah Rodrigues' century and Deepti Sharma's all-round effort propel India to a 23-run victory, setting up a championship clash with Sri Lanka.

Jemimah Rodrigues scored a brilliant 123 off 101 balls with 15 fours and a six to help India post 337/9 against South Africa. (REUTERS)
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Overview

  • India defeated South Africa by 23 runs in Colombo to finish the league stage with a 3-1 record and advance to the tri-series final.
  • Jemimah Rodrigues scored a stellar 123 off 101 balls, her second ODI century, anchoring India’s innings after early setbacks.
  • Deepti Sharma contributed an 84-ball 93 and shared a match-defining 122-run partnership with Rodrigues, helping India post 337, their fifth-highest ODI total.
  • Smriti Mandhana added a composed 51 off 63 balls, forming an 88-run stand with Rodrigues to stabilize the innings after India was reduced to 50 for 3.
  • Amanjot Kaur, playing her first game of the series, impressed with three wickets, including the crucial dismissal of South Africa’s top scorer, Annerie Dercksen.