Date: November 2, 2025
In a historic moment for Indian cricket, the Indian women’s cricket team won their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup title on November 2, 2025, defeating South Africa by 52 runs at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Led by outstanding performances from Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma, the team triumphed after a tense and thrilling final match.
India’s women’s cricket team celebrating their maiden World Cup victory.
Match Highlights
- India posted a strong total of 298/7 in 50 overs, powered by Shafali Verma’s 87 runs and Deepti Sharma’s steady 58 runs.
- South Africa fought hard with captain Laura Wolvaardt scoring a valiant century (101), but India’s bowlers, led by Deepti Sharma’s 5 wickets for 39 runs, ensured a tight defense.
- India’s bowling attack triggered key wickets in critical moments to derail South Africa’s chase of 299 runs.
Scorecard
| Team | Runs | Wickets | Overs |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Women | 298 | 7 | 50 |
| South Africa Women | 246 | 10 | 45.5 |
Top Performers
| Player | Batting (Runs) | Bowling (Wickets/Runs) |
|---|---|---|
| Shafali Verma (IND) | 87 | — |
| Deepti Sharma (IND) | 58 | 5/39 |
| Laura Wolvaardt (SA) | 101 | — |
| Ayabonga Khaka (SA) | — | 3/58 |
This resounding victory has been celebrated nationwide, marking a turning point in women’s cricket in India and promising a bright future for the team in international cricket.
