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Richa Ghosh Injury Scare Rocks India; World Cup Semi-Final vs Australia on Oct 30 Hangs in Balance

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 2 weeks ago | Oct 25, 2025 09:08 pm IST
Richa Ghosh Injury Scare Rocks India; World Cup Semi-Final vs Australia on Oct 30 Hangs in Balance

Just when you thought India’s path to the Women’s World Cup 2025 finals was getting clearer, a huge question mark appears. Star wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh is now in a race against time after sustaining a nasty finger injury, leaving her participation in the massive semi-final clash against Australia on October 30 very uncertain.

Key Takeaways

  • Richa Ghosh injured her left hand finger during the match against New Zealand on October 23.
  • She missed India’s optional training session on October 25, raising concerns about her fitness.
  • Bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi confirmed she is being monitored but gave no “exact update.”
  • India is scheduled to face Australia in the second semi-final on October 30 in Navi Mumbai.
  • Uma Chetry is the backup wicketkeeper who took over duties after Ghosh’s injury.

What’s the Real Story with Ghosh’s Injury?

Look, things took a turn during India’s group stage match against New Zealand on October 23. Richa was behind the stumps, doing her thing, when she tried to collect a wide ball from pacer Renuka Singh. That’s when it happened. An injury to a finger on her left hand. Not what you want to see for your primary keeper.

She had to leave the field, with substitute Uma Chetry taking over the gloves. Then, Ghosh was a no-show at India’s optional training session on Saturday, October 25. Yeah, that’s when the alarm bells really started ringing. For a player this crucial, missing training right before the knockouts is a big deal.

So, What’s the Official Word?

Everyone’s been waiting for an update from the Indian camp. Bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi finally broke the silence. But honestly, his words probably made fans even more nervous. He said Ghosh is being watched closely by the strength and conditioning team.

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“She looks fine but I don’t have an exact update on that. The strength and conditioning team is monitoring her,” Salvi told the media. So, she ‘looks fine’ but is still being monitored? That’s coach-speak for ‘we’re hoping for the best, but we’re not sure.’ It’s a classic case of wait and see. Not exactly reassuring, is it?

Tournament Security Also in Focus

As if the injury drama wasn’t enough, the tournament has also been rocked by a serious security issue. In a completely separate incident, two members of the Australian team were reportedly “touched inappropriately” by a motorcyclist in Indore on October 23.

This led to an arrest and a major review of security protocols for the teams. It’s a stark reminder of the off-field pressures and dangers players can face, casting a bit of a shadow as the competition heads into its most exciting phase.

What This Means for the Semi-Final

It all comes down to this. India versus Australia. October 30. Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. It’s a blockbuster clash by any standard. But without a 100% fit Richa Ghosh, India’s challenge gets significantly tougher. She’s not just a keeper; her explosive batting in the lower order is vital.

Will the medical team work a miracle? Or will young Uma Chetry have to step into the biggest shoes of her career on the grandest stage? The whole nation is waiting. What do you think India should do?