BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia was effusive in praise after India’s stirring five-wicket win over Australia in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup semifinal, calling it a defining moment for women’s cricket in the country. Jemimah Rodrigues produced the innings of her life, a majestic unbeaten 127 off 134 balls with 14 fours — her maiden World Cup hundred and arguably the most significant knock of her career — as India reached 341 for 5 in 48.3 overs. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur played a blistering supporting act, hammering 89 off 88 balls, the pair scripting a record 167-run partnership for the third wicket that completely changed the complexion of the game after a shaky start.

“Wonderful win! Did you see the match? What a game! This victory was so important for India — it’s going to take our wome

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