In a landmark moment for Indian sports, the Indian women’s cricket team won their first-ever ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup on November 2, 2025, defeating South Africa by 52 runs at the packed DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. This victory marked a historic breakthrough akin to India’s iconic 1983 men’s World Cup win, elevating women’s cricket to new heights in the nation.
The 21-year-old Shafali Verma, initially not even in the reserves, delivered a stellar performance with an 87-run innings and crucial wickets, while Deepti Sharma shined with remarkable bowling figures of 5/39. Bowler Shree Charani also contributed key wickets, helping restrict South Africa to 246 runs. South African captain Laura Wolvaardt fought valiantly with a century of her own, but India’s cohesive team performance prevailed.
This win carries deep societal significance beyond cricket, inspiring millions of girls across India—from Kashmir to Kanyakumari—to dream big and pursue sports with confidence. The triumph received applause from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who congratulated the team for their skill, teamwork, and tenacity. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also lauded their courage and victory, calling it a golden moment for Indian cricket and women’s sports.
Led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, this historic success promises to boost the popularity and development of women’s cricket across India and beyond, illuminating a path of empowerment and achievement
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