Australia knock India out to reach Women's T20 World Cup semis

India has been knocked out of the Women's T20 World Cup following a six-wicket defeat to Australia. The Australian team successfully chased India's target of 171 runs with an over remaining, securing their place in the semi-finals.

Australia maintained their perfect record in the group stage, winning all five of their matches. This victory means they topped their group and will advance to the knockout stage. India's exit came after South Africa's earlier win against Bangladesh, which had boosted their own qualification chances.

India faced an early setback in their chase when opener Georgia Voll was dismissed on the second ball. However, Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner steadied the Australian innings. They formed a crucial 100-run partnership for the fourth wicket, guiding their team towards the target. Perry scored 56 runs off 38 balls before being dismissed, while Gardner remained unbeaten on 53 from 29 balls, ensuring Australia's victory.