Controversy Unfolds! Smriti Mandhana Left In Disbelief As Ultraedge Shows Faintest Spike During IND W Vs AUS W, ICC Women's World Cup Semifinal Match; Video

Mandhana, visibly shocked, shook her head as she walked back, the crowd left murmuring in disbelief at the dismissal. A key wicket fell in the most dramatic fashion, handing Australia a crucial breakthrough and shifting early momentum in the contest.

Amertha Rangankar Updated: Thursday, October 30, 2025, 08:47 PM IST
Image: ICC/X

Image: ICC/X

During the ICC Women’s World Cup semifinal between India and Australia, Australian bowler Kim Garth produced a moment of sheer drama to dismiss Smriti Mandhana in a fashion that left the stadium stunned and millions watching in disbelief. The Australian seamer bowled a length delivery drifting down the leg side, prompting an initial wide call. Mandhana, attempting a fine glance, appeared to have missed it completely. There was only a mild appeal from the bowler, and the Indian opener seemed unconcerned as Alyssa Healy hesitated before opting for a review.

As the third umpire reviewed the footage, tension filled the air. UltraEdge took its time to load, and with every passing second, anticipation rippled through the crowd. Then came the twist, a faint spike appeared just as the ball passed Mandhana’s bat. It was the slightest deviation imaginable, the thinnest of edges, yet enough to overturn the on-field decision. The call stunned not just the batter but supporters around the world, proving once again how razor-thin the margins in modern cricket can be.

Mandhana, visibly shocked, shook her head as she walked back, the crowd left murmuring in disbelief at the dismissal. A key wicket fell in the most dramatic fashion, handing Australia a crucial breakthrough and shifting early momentum in the contest.

Energetic! Kranti Gaud Lets Out Huge Roar After Dismissing Alyssa Healy During IND W Vs AUS W, ICC Women's World Cup Semifinal Match; Video

Kranti Gaud electrified the atmosphere at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai with a moment that will be remembered as one of the defining sparks of the ICC Women’s World Cup semifinal between India and Australia. With the stakes at their highest and tension filling the air, Gaud produced a delivery worthy of the occasion, clean bowling Australian captain Alyssa Healy for just five runs.

As the stumps rattled and the crowd erupted, Gaud released a thunderous roar, capturing the raw emotion, intensity, and pride of the moment. It was not just a dismissal, it was a statement, a surge of belief, and a roar that echoed across a stadium united in passion for Indian cricket.

Moments like this define knockout cricket, when skill meets nerve, and individual brilliance lifts an entire team. Gaud’s fiery celebration was not merely an emotional outburst; it was the release of months of preparation, the weight of expectations, and the pride of representing a nation on one of the biggest stages in the sport.

Her roar symbolised not only personal triumph but also the collective dream of a team striving to conquer the biggest challenge in world cricket. As India pressed forward in the semifinal, that wicket stood as a spark of inspiration, igniting hopes and reminding everyone watching that in high-pressure battles, passion and precision can rewrite the script in an instant.

Published on: Thursday, October 30, 2025, 08:47 PM IST

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