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‘Next Tendulkar’s’ Revenge: His Team Chases Record 339 Runs to Reach Women’s World Cup Final

Shivansh Rana | 4 min read | 1 month ago | Oct 31, 2025 03:11 pm IST
'Next Tendulkar's' Revenge: His Team Chases Record 339 Runs to Reach Women's World Cup Final

Remember Amol Muzumdar? The guy once called the “Next Tendulkar,” a giant of domestic cricket who, somehow, never got to play for India. Well, you won’t believe what he’s doing now. He’s the mastermind behind the Indian Women’s team’s breathtaking run to the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final after they pulled off a historic, record-shattering victory against Australia on October 30, 2025.

Key Takeaways

  • Amol Muzumdar, appointed head coach in October 2023, has guided the Indian Women’s team to the World Cup final.
  • India achieved a record-breaking chase of 339 runs against Australia in the semi-final, the highest in Women’s ODI history.
  • Jemimah Rodrigues was the hero with a stunning 127 not out, supported by Captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s 89.
  • India will now face South Africa in the grand final on November 2, 2025, in Navi Mumbai.

The Man Who Finally Got His Moment

Look, the story of Amol Muzumdar is one of cricket’s great “what ifs.” For years, he piled on runs in the Ranji Trophy, breaking records left and right. The “Next Tendulkar” tag was heavy, but he lived up to it on the domestic circuit. But that India cap? It remained elusive. It’s a story that could have ended in bitterness. But it didn’t.

Instead, Muzumdar channeled all that knowledge and passion into coaching. He sharpened his skills with the India U-19 and U-23 squads, worked as a consultant for the Netherlands, and even had a stint with the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. So when the BCCI handed him the reins of the women’s team in October 2023, he was more than ready.

An Unbelievable Semi-Final Heist

Here’s the thing about the semi-final against Australia. It was a match for the ages. Australia put a mammoth 338 runs on the board. A target of 339. In a World Cup semi-final, that’s usually game over. But not for this team. Not for Muzumdar’s team.

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What followed was pure magic. It was the highest successful run chase in the history of Women’s ODIs. A record, broken on the biggest stage. How did they do it? With nerves of steel and two incredible innings.

Match Turning Points

The chase was anchored by a spectacular, unbeaten 127 from Jemimah Rodrigues. She was simply sublime. And right there with her was the skipper, Harmanpreet Kaur, who played a captain’s knock of 89. Together, they dismantled the Australian attack, turning an impossible task into an unforgettable victory.

What This Victory Really Means

This isn’t just one win. It’s a statement. It’s the result of a cultural shift within the team, a new brand of fearless cricket. And a lot of that credit goes to the man in the dressing room.

Expert Analysis

You can see Muzumdar’s influence everywhere. The calm aggression, the strategic planning, and the sheer belief that no target is out of reach. His experience coaching young talent and working in high-pressure IPL environments has clearly paid off, building a team that doesn’t just hope to win, they expect to win.

Social Media Storm

The reaction was instant and massive. Cricket legends from Sachin Tendulkar to Rohit Sharma lit up social media, celebrating the “fabulous victory.” When the entire cricketing world stops to applaud, you know you’ve witnessed something special. It was a moment of pure national pride.

So now, all eyes turn to Navi Mumbai. On November 2, 2025, India will face South Africa for the World Cup trophy. After a chase like that, you have to wonder, is there anything this team can’t do? What do you think will happen in the final?