India pummel New Zealand to reach ICC Women’s World Cup semis

India hammered New Zealand by 186 runs to reach the ICC Women’s World Cup semis. (Action Images via Reuters)

Updated on: Jul 15, 2017 10:50 PM IST

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India hammered New Zealand by 186 runs to reach the ICC Women’s World Cup semis. (Action Images via Reuters)

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New Zealand started the game well, taking two Indian wickets. (Action Images via Reuters)

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However, Mithali Raj (L) and Harmanpreet Kaur steadied India’s innings after the early blows. (Action Images via Reuters)

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Mithali Raj went on to make a century, her sixth in ODI cricket. (Action Images via Reuters)

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Veda Krishnamurthy scored a quickfire 69 as India posted 265/7. (Action Images via Reuters)

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Indian bowlers gave the team a flying start, as New Zealand struggled in their chase. (Action Images via Reuters)

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Wickets continued to tumble and the Kiwis were bowled out for 79, giving India a 186-run win. Rajeshwari Gayakwad picked five wickets for India. (Action Images via Reuters)

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India will face Australia in the semi-finals on Thursday. (Action Images via Reuters)