Pratika Rawal injured, set to miss World Cup semifinal

India’s in-form opener Pratika Rawal is set to miss the knockout phase of the Women’s ODI World Cup after sustaining a right-leg injury during the rain-hit encounter against Bangladesh at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday (October 27, 2025).

The Hindu understands that Rawal was taken to a hospital within the stadium premises soon after limping off the field. While the detailed medical report and a statement from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are awaited, a source confirmed on Monday that Rawal is unlikely to recover in time for the remainder of the tournament.

India faces defending champion Australia in a must-win semifinal at the same venue on Thursday. Should Rawal be ruled out, the team management may seek an injury replacement ahead of the high-stakes clash.

The incident occurred in the 21st over of Bangladesh’s curtailed innings when Rawal slipped on the wet outfield while attempting to prevent a second run. She appeared to have twisted her ankle and injured her knee. Although a stretcher was brought onto the field, Rawal opted to walk off with the support of her teammates.

“Team India all-rounder Pratika Rawal sustained an injury to her knee and ankle while fielding in the first innings against Bangladesh. The BCCI Medical Team is closely monitoring her progress,” a BCCI spokesperson stated shortly after Amanjot Kaur walked out to open the innings alongside Smriti Mandhana in Rawal’s absence.

Rawal has been one of India’s standout performers this World Cup, amassing 308 runs from six innings, making her the second-highest run-getter in the tournament. Her prolific opening partnership with Mandhana has been instrumental in India’s campaign, and her absence could be a major blow ahead of the semifinals.