In a gripping encounter at Indore, England clinched a narrow four-run victory against India in the Women’s World Cup, securing their place in the semi-finals. The match, held on Sunday, saw England post a challenging total of 288-8, largely thanks to a stellar century by Heather Knight. Despite India’s strong position, needing just 62 runs from the final 10 overs with seven wickets remaining, a series of dismissals turned the tide in England’s favor. Smriti Mandhana’s departure marked the beginning of India’s collapse, followed by quick exits of Richa Ghosh and Deepti Sharma, leaving the tailenders with an insurmountable task. Knight’s 109 off 91 balls, adorned with 15 fours and a six, was pivotal in England’s innings. The openers provided a brisk start, and Knight’s partnership with captain Nat Sciver-Brunt added 113 runs. However, Knight’s run-out led to a slowdown, with India conceding only 74 runs in the last 10 overs. Deepti Sharma emerged as India’s standout bowler, claiming four wickets. This defeat leaves India in a precarious position, with their next match against New Zealand being a must-win to keep their semi-final hopes alive. England, on the other hand, has been dominant, securing their semi-final spot with two games to spare, sitting second on the table with nine points, closely trailing defending champions Australia.