India Women made history by winning their first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title on November 2, 2025. In the final match at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai, India defeated South Africa Women by 52 runs.
The victory was a collective effort, led by the brilliant performance of Shafali Verma with the bat and the all-round excellence of Deepti Sharma.
India Defeats South Africa by 52 Runs to Win World Cup 2025
Match Summary: India vs South Africa
| Detail | Result |
| Toss | South Africa Women won, chose to bowl |
| India’s Total | 298/7 (50 Overs) |
| South Africa’s Total | 246 All Out (45.3 Overs) |
| Result | India Women won by 52 runs |
India’s Innings Highlights (298/7)
India posted a challenging total thanks to strong batting performances:
- Shafali Verma: Scored an explosive 87 runs off 78 balls, setting a powerful foundation.
- Deepti Sharma: Anchored the middle order with a crucial 58 runs off 58 balls.
- Smriti Mandhana: Provided a strong start with 45 runs.
- Top Partnership: Mandhana and Shafali put up 104 runs for the opening partnership.
- Top Bowler for SA: Ayabonga Khaka was the pick of the bowlers with 3/58.
South Africa’s Innings Highlights (246 All Out)
South Africa struggled to chase the target, despite a brilliant century from their captain:
- Laura Wolvaardt (SA): Scored a magnificent 101 runs off 98 balls, marking her fourth century of the tournament.
- Star Bowler for IND: Deepti Sharma dismantled the South African batting line-up, taking an incredible 5 wickets for just 39 runs in 9.3 overs.
- Support: Shafali Verma also contributed with the ball, taking 2 wickets.
Key Awards
- Player of the Match (Final): Shafali Verma (for 87 runs and 2/36).
- Player of the Series (Tournament): Deepti Sharma.
Question & Answer
Q1. Which stadium hosted the final of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025?
(a) Eden Gardens, Kolkata
(b) Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
(c) Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
(d) Chepauk Stadium, Chennai
Answer: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Explanation: The historic final match between India and South Africa was held at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai.
Q2. Who was awarded the Player of the Match in the 2025 Women’s World Cup Final?
(a) Deepti Sharma
(b) Smriti Mandhana
(c) Shafali Verma
(d) Laura Wolvaardt
Answer: Shafali Verma
Explanation: Shafali Verma was named Player of the Match for her explosive 87 runs and crucial 2 wickets.
Q3. Which Indian player took a five-wicket haul (5/39) in the World Cup Final?
(a) Renuka Singh
(b) Rajeshwari Gayakwad
(c) Deepti Sharma
(d) Pooja Vastrakar
Answer: Deepti Sharma
Explanation: Deepti Sharma starred with the ball, taking 5 wickets for 39 runs, and was also named Player of the Series.
Q4. The losing finalist, South Africa, was captained by the leading run-scorer of the tournament, who scored a century in the final. Who is this player?
(a) Ayabonga Khaka
(b) Marizanne Kapp
(c) Laura Wolvaardt
(d) Chloe Tryon
Answer: Laura Wolvaardt
Explanation: Laura Wolvaardt, the South African captain, scored 101 runs in the final (her fourth century of the tournament).
Q5. What was the margin of victory by which India Women clinched their first-ever World Cup title?
(a) 12 runs
(b) 52 runs
(c) 75 runs
(d) 98 runs
Answer: 52 runs
Explanation: India Women defeated South Africa Women by 52 runs in the final.
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