Cricket: Kiwis cruise past India

New Zealand have one foot in the women's World Cup cricket final after beating India by five wickets in their Super Six match at North Sydney Oval today.

Inspired by player of the match Kate Pulford, who took two for 38 then smashed 71, the White Ferns overhauled India's 207 with 14 balls to spare.

Suzie Bates' unbeaten 47 saw the runchase home.

It was New Zealand's fourth win from five matches, and lifted them to second on the Super Six ladder behind unbeaten England.

They will ensure a spot in Sunday's final against England if they beat lowly Pakistan on Thursday.

- NZPA