New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon said that since the White Ferns couldn't lift the title, he was backing India to win the coveted trophy.

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine was "disappointed" not to end her illustrious ODI career on a winning note but expressed pride in witnessing the growth of women's cricket during her journey.

England rode on their spinners' fine effort to register a dominating eight-wicket win over New Zealand in their final group match of the Women's World Cup.

England Women vs New Zealand Women, Highlights: Following the emphatic win in their last league encounter, England, who are already in the semifinals, jumped to second spot on the table with 11 points.

Sophie Devine, who captained New Zealand in her fifth World Cup, is set to retire from ODIs on Sunday as the White Ferns crashed out of the race to semifinals after a huge loss to India.

Speaking after the win, skipper Harmanpreet Kaur lauded her team's resilience after a tough few matches.

India qualified for the semifinals of the Women's World Cup after scintillating hundreds by Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal set up a commanding 53-run win over New Zealand via DLS Method.

Indian opener Smriti Mandhana continued her sensational run-scoring spree in 2025, smashing a quick-fire century against New Zealand

India vs New Zealand Highlights, ICC Women's World Cup 2025: India defeated New Zealand by 53 runs (DLS method) in Navi Mumbai to seal the fourth and final semi-final berth.

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine on Wednesday said her side is under no illusions that India are favourites despite the unimaginable pressure on them for their virtual quarterfinal.

A fallible India will look to be in control of their fate and seal the last semifinal berth in what would effectively be a virtual quarterfinal against a sprightly New Zealand, in the Women's World Cup.

ICC Women's World Cup 2025 semifinals qualification scenario: Thursday's clash between India and New Zealand will be pivotal for the three teams, and we examine all the potential scenarios facing them during the final portion of the group stage.

Sri Lanka are tied on four points with India and New Zealand in the battle for the final semifinals spot, albeit having played a match more.

NZ-W vs PAK-W Highlights, Women's World Cup: The women's World Cup match between New Zealand and Pakistan abandoned due to rain after 25 overs of play in Colombo.

Pakistan are already out of semifinal contention in the Women's World Cup 2025.

New Zealand vs Bangladesh Women's World Cup 2025 Highlights: Brooke Halliday and skipper Sophie Devine scored fighting fifties before the bowlers fired in unison to guide New Zealand to a comfortable 100-run win.

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine got emotional after her teammates presented her with special mementos to celebrate her milestone of 300 international matches.

South Africa batter Tazmin Brits broke the record for most ODI centuries in a calendar year by a women's cricketer during the ICC Women's World Cup clash against New Zealand.