ICC Womens ODI World Cup: Celebrating Diversity
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🏆 A Maiden Triumph! India Clinches the ICC Womens ODI World Cup 2025! 🇮🇳
The wait is finally over! In a historic and emotionally charged final, India Women’s National Cricket Team defeated South Africa by 52 runs. They lifted their maiden ICC Womens ODI World Cup trophy at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. This monumental victory on home soil marks a watershed moment for Indian women’s cricket. It fulfills a dream after reaching the finals in 2005 and 2017.
The Final Showdown: India vs. South Africa
The grand finale took place on Sunday, November 2, 2025. It was a contest between a third-time finalist, India, and a first-time finalist, South Africa. This matchup guaranteed a new champion for the 13th edition of the tournament.
- India’s Innings: There was a slight rain delay. India was put in to bat. They posted a challenging total of 298/7 in 50 overs. The innings was anchored by a robust opening partnership, with Shafali Verma smashing a composed 87 off 78 balls. Deepti Sharma led the innings with an all-round masterclass. She scored a vital 58. Later, Richa Ghosh added momentum with a quick-fire 34.
- South Africa’s Chase: Their captain, Laura Wolvaardt, spearheaded the pursuit. She played a magnificent and valiant knock of 101. Still, she lacked significant support at the other end.
- The Decisive Spell: The turning point came with the ball in hand for Deepti Sharma. Her left-arm spin proved decisive, breaking the resistance and triggering a collapse in the South African middle order. She finished with an outstanding figure of 5/39, earning her the Player of the Tournament award. South Africa was eventually bowled out for 246 in 45 overs.
- A Historic Win: The victory secured India’s place in history. India became only the fourth team to win the Women’s ODI World Cup. The earlier teams were Australia, England, and New Zealand.
ICC Womens ODI World Cup: Key Performers & Awards
| Player | Team | Role/Achievement | Award/Recognition |
| Deepti Sharma | India | All-rounder (58 runs & 5/39 in Final) | Player of the Tournament |
| Shafali Verma | India | Batter (87 runs in Final) | Player of the Match (Final) |
| Laura Wolvaardt | South Africa | Batter (101 runs in Final) | Most Runs in Tournament (571) |
| Smriti Mandhana | India | Batter (434 runs in Tournament) | Best World Cup performance for an Indian batter |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): ICC Womens ODI World Cup
Q1: Who won the ICC Womens ODI World Cup 2025?
A: India won the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, defeating South Africa in the final.
Q2: Was this India’s first World Cup title?
A: Yes, this is India’s maiden ICC Womens ODI World Cup title.
Q3: Who was the Player of the Match in the Final?
A: Shafali Verma of India was named the Player of the Match for her crucial knock of 87 runs.
Q4: Who was the Player of the Tournament?
A: India’s all-rounder Deepti Sharma was named the Player of the Tournament. She delivered exceptional performances with both bat and ball throughout the event. Her 22 wickets were the most in the tournament.
Q5: When and where will the next Women’s ODI World Cup be held?
A: The next ICC Womens ODI World Cup is scheduled for 2029. The venue is yet to be decided. The next major ICC Women’s tournament is the T20 World Cup in 2026 in England and Wales.
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