A dramatic moment unfolded in the ICC Women’s World Cup semi-final as Alyssa Healy was bowled first ball after play resumed following a rain delay, only for the match to be paused again immediately after the wicket.
Kranti Gaud, brought into India’s XI for this knockout clash, struck with a wobble-seam nip-backer that Healy dragged onto her stumps for 5 off 15 balls. The Australian skipper, who survived an earlier chance, looked uneasy right after the weather interruption and failed to defend a ball that jagged in sharply.
Ball: Kranti Gaud to Healy — bowled!
Score: Australia 25/1
Over: 5.1
The brief drizzle appeared to break Healy’s concentration, and the momentum swing was immediate — but only for one delivery, as the umpires halted play again due to rain.
This wicket gives India a massive early boost, with Healy’s dismissal echoing the impact of rain-break disruptions often seen in high-pressure knockout matches.
