INDIA BEAT SOUTH AFRICA IN ICC WOMEN’S WORLD CUP 2025 | STRONG WIN FOR WOMEN IN BLUE
Team India registered an impressive victory over South Africa in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, showcasing exceptional all-round performance and strategic discipline.
Batting first, India put up a solid total after a steady start. India’s batting lineup displayed patience and control against South Africa’s pace attack.
India defeated South Africa by 52 runs to clinch their maiden Women’s World Cup title, in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. Chasing 299 runs, South Africa were bowled out for 246 in 45.3 overs, as Deepti Sharma took a five-wicket haul. Laura Wolvaardt was left shellshocked, falling to Deepti for 101 during the run chase. Then Deepti struck again to remove Chloe Tryon, completing her four-wicket haul. Nadine de Klerk was the final wicket lost as Deepti struck again. Wolvaardt and her opening partner Tazmin Brits got off to a strong start, but an error in judgment from the latter saw her fall victim to a direct hit from Amanjot Kaur, departing for 23 off 35 balls. Meanwhile, Anneke Bosch had a miserable outing wih the bat, falling for a six-ball duck to Shree Charani. Sune Luus did try to support Laura Wolvaardt, but the former South Africa skipper fell to Shafali Verma’s golden arm, departing for 25 off 31 balls. Then Shafali struck again, removing Marizanne Kapp for four off five balls.
During the chase, the Indian bowling unit dominated from the very beginning Renuka Singh Thakur, Deepti Sharma, or Pooja Vastrakar delivered crucial breakthroughs, restricting South Africa and maintaining continuous pressure. The tight fielding and sharp dismissals further strengthened India’s position throughout the match.
With this win, India moves ahead in the points table, boosting confidence as the tournament progresses.
Captain’s Reaction:
“We played with belief and clarity today. Every player contributed to this victory. We will continue to focus on one match at a time,” said the Indian captain following the win.
