335. ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Notebook 3: Fine Margins And Masterclasses

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 335 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. We unpack a dramatic stretch of World Cup action — from India’s nail-biting loss to South Africa to Australia’s record-breaking chase in Visakhapatnam.We start with that rollercoaster in Vizag — Richa Ghosh’s lone stand, Nadine de Klerk’s composure under fire, and where exactly India let it slip. Then, we head to Guwahati, where New Zealand found their spark after a rocky start, with Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday steering a stunning turnaround against Bangladesh.In Colombo, Nat Sciver-Brunt reminded everyone why she’s world-class with a century built on control and clarity, while Sophie Ecclestone spun a web around Sri Lanka. And then in Vizag, we relive Alyssa Healy’s breathtaking 142 — a statement knock that redefined Australia’s chase blueprint and exposed India’s inconsistency under pressure and lastly look at South Africa pulling off a heist against Bangladesh chasing down a challenging total with 3 wickets to spare!Fine margins, clutch moments, and statement performances — this is the story of a World Cup week that had it all.Thank you so much for tuning in to today’s episode and for your incredible support. If you haven’t already, make sure to hit the follow button and tap the bell icon on Spotify to stay updated with every new episode.Stay connected with us on social media – follow @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and Threads, and @neverontheback1 on Twitter (now X) for the latest cricket insights, fresh content, and much more throughout this action-packed season.You can also catch the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify for Podcasters, and many other streaming platforms. Plus, Never on the Backfoot is now on YouTube, so don’t forget to subscribe for exclusive, in-depth content coming your way.Thanks again for all your love and support. Until next time, stay safe, take care, and keep enjoying the game. Bye for now!