Bollywood icon Kareena Kapoor Khan made a high-profile appearance at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup semifinal on Thursday. She attended the crucial match between India and Australia, held at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.
Kapoor Khan was present not only as a celebrity supporter but also in her capacity as a UNICEF Ambassador. Her attendance underscored a broader push for visibility and support for women’s sports.
Speaking from the stadium, Kapoor Khan expressed her enthusiasm for women’s cricket. She remarked, “It’s good to see women’s cricket getting a lot of support.”
She also specifically praised players, stating, “The way our players are performing, especially Smriti Mandhana, is commendable.”
The actress had previously announced her attendance via an Instagram story, sharing her support for the Indian team. Images and videos of her arrival and presence at the stadium quickly went viral across social media platforms.
The match itself was the second semifinal of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025. Australia’s captain, Alyssa Healy, won the toss and elected to bat first against India.
The winning team from this semifinal will advance to face South Africa in the final. Kapoor Khan’s presence added significant star power to the global sporting event.
Kareena Kapoor as the UNICEF Ambassador at the DY Patil Stadium. #CricketTwitter #CWC25 #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/ePtsONGy7Z
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Kareena Kapoor Khan in the house guys😌#INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/ZZkdzCbxhv
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