India‘s journey in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 came to a disheartening conclusion as the team was knocked out in the group stage for the first time in eight years. Harmanpreet Kaur‘s side, considered one of the favorites, faced a nine-run defeat against Australia. India’s fate was sealed when New Zealand clinched a crucial 54-run victory over Pakistan in their final group match on Monday (October 14), securing their spot in the semifinals and eliminating India from the tournament.

New Zealand’s victory over Pakistan seals India’s elimination

New Zealand’s victory over Pakistan was the pivotal moment that ended India’s World Cup campaign. In their final group-stage match, New Zealand posted a modest total of 111 runs at the Dubai International Stadium, setting a tricky chase for Pakistan. The White Ferns’ bowlers, led by Amelia Kerr, displayed a stellar performance to bowl Pakistan out for a mere 56 runs. Kerr’s three-wicket haul, combined with the tight bowling from the rest of the New Zealand attack, dismantled Pakistan’s hopes of advancing to the semifinals. Pakistan had a slim chance of making it through, needing to chase the target in just 10.4 overs, but New Zealand’s disciplined bowling ensured their victory, knocking both Pakistan and India out of the tournament.

A tough end to India’s campaign in Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

India’s elimination marked their earliest exit from the T20 World Cup since their group-stage finishes in 2012, 2014, and 2016. The team managed two wins out of four matches but failed to capitalize on key moments, especially in tight chases against New Zealand and Australia. Despite being one of the pre-tournament favorites, India struggled under pressure, raising concerns about their preparation and approach in high-stakes matches.

After losing to Australia, India’s hopes rested on Pakistan defeating New Zealand to create a three-way tie in Group A, where India’s superior net run rate (NRR) would have secured them a semifinal spot. However, with New Zealand’s comprehensive win over Pakistan, both India and Pakistan were eliminated, marking a disappointing end to India’s campaign, which had promised much more.

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Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Barring their (expected) capitulation at the hands of Australia, New Zealand have been worthy of that semifinals slot. India would be kicking themselves for a terrible opening day.

— Debayan Sen (ਦੇਬਾਯਨ) (@debayansen) October 14, 2024

Pathetic performance of Pakistan 🇵🇰 women cricket team
India 🇮🇳 and Pakistan 🇵🇰 out of semifinals. NZL in semifinal now . Pakistan women all out 56 in chase of 111#T20WorldCup

— Sohail Imran (@sohailimrangeo) October 14, 2024

New Zealand through to the semifinals of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

Pakistan losses and by a massive margin and takes India with it, out of contention. #T20WorldCup #PAKvNZ

— Lavanya 🎙️🎥👩🏻‍💻 (@lav_narayanan) October 14, 2024

It’s official. India out. Fair result. After losing to NZ playing poor cricket and then losing to Aus, India did not deserve to qualify.

Time for introspection and then rebuild. Accept that we were not upto the mark for that’s step one. @RevSportzGlobal #T20WomensWorldCup

— Boria Majumdar (@BoriaMajumdar) October 14, 2024

Pakistan and India both knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2024.

— Mazher Arshad (@MazherArshad) October 14, 2024

India & Pakistan Knocked Out of the 2024 T20 Women’s World Cup in the Group Stage.

— Tayyab Khan (@TayyabKhanARY) October 14, 2024

This has been a breathless passage of play. Something or the other has happened every over and now, it seems only a matter of time before Pakistan are officially eliminated. Which means it is now between India and New Zealand for the final spot. If NZ win, they are through. If…

— Hussnain (@X_Quz_Me_Sir) October 14, 2024

New Zealand beat Pakistan and qualify for the semifinals, at India’s expense.

This is India’s first group-stage exit from the women’s T20 World Cup after 2016.

— Omkar Mankame (@Oam_16) October 14, 2024

Fatima Sana should be really proud of herself and this team. Of course, it wasn’t their day in the field but this team will go a long way soon. Fatima will be there to take her team home some other day. Things will turn around. Protect her and the team of all cost.

— Krithika (@krithika0808) October 14, 2024

The best thing that could have happened to the Indian team after last night was this elimination. Really didn’t need our own version of ‘Qudrat ka Nizam’ that hides the cracks.

Take it on your chin and get better.

— Saurabh Malhotra (@MalhotraSaurabh) October 14, 2024

Before the next tournament, if BCCI can figure out how the bowlers pick the very important game (Asia cup finals, NZ game) to get bullied , it’ll work. They will do well every other game, they’ll shit in pants in the most important one’s only.

— arfan (@Im__Arfan) October 14, 2024

Top notch bowling performance from New Zealand 🙌🏏#women #cricket #PAKvNZ #T20WorldCup #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/Gv2pr8drfj

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) October 14, 2024

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