India Women Crowned World Champions After Thrilling Win Over South Africa
India women made history with a 52-run victory over South Africa to claim the 2025 World Cup.
Swati Dubey 
In a historic moment for Indian cricket, India women defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup final held in Ahmedabad on Sunday, clinching their first-ever world title and marking a new era for women’s cricket in the country.
Batting first, India put up a strong total of 298 for 7, thanks to Shafali Verma’s attacking 87 and a solid all-round show from Deepti Sharma, who also scored a half-century. In the second innings, South Africa’s captain Laura Wolvaardt kept her side in the game with a brilliant hundred, but India’s bowlers kept their calm under pressure and bowled the Proteas out for 246 to win by 52 runs.
Deepti Sharma was the main star for India, performing well with both bat and ball. Her half-century gave India a strong base, and later she picked up five wickets to turn the game completely in India’s favour. Shafali Verma’s quick start and captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s smart decisions on the field also helped the team finish the tournament on a high.
After the win, captain Harmanpreet Kaur said it was a dream come true for the whole team and the fans who supported them throughout the journey. She dedicated the victory to every young girl who wants to play cricket for India. The win also created huge celebrations across the country, with fans calling it a historic moment for women’s cricket.
This victory is not just about winning a trophy — it’s about inspiring the next generation of women cricketers in India. The team’s hard work and belief have shown that with determination and teamwork, anything is possible. India’s first-ever Women’s World Cup win will always be remembered as a proud and defining moment in the country’s cricket history.
