Virat Kohli celebrated India’s historic Women’s World Cup win with an emotional message on social media. He said he “couldn’t be more proud as an Indian” after Harmanpreet Kaur’s team beat South Africa by 52 runs in the final at Navi Mumbai. Kohli praised the players and support staff for years of hard work that led to India’s first-ever Women’s World Cup title. He said the victory would inspire generations of girls to play cricket. Kohli congratulated Harmanpreet and her team for making history, calling the triumph a proud and unforgettable moment for Indian cricket. (PC: India Today)

Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana were overcome with emotion after India won their first Women’s World Cup title. As the team celebrated on the field, both players were seen in tears, soaking in the moment. Mandhana said she was still trying to process the victory, calling it “a very unreal moment.” She spoke about the team’s journey through heartbreaks, sleepless nights, and hard work that finally paid off. “We wanted to make women’s cricket grow and stay united through everything,” she said. The duo’s joy reflected years of dedication, belief, and the dream of a nation finally fulfilled. (PC: BCCI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian women’s cricket team for winning their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup. He called it a “historic win” that will inspire young athletes across the country. “A spectacular win by the Indian team in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Finals. Their performance showed great skill, confidence, and teamwork,” PM Modi said. India ended a long wait for an ICC title by defeating South Africa by 52 runs in Navi Mumbai. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, the team’s victory marked a new era for women’s cricket in India. (PC: BCCI)

India were crowned world champions after winning their first-ever Women’s World Cup with a 52-run victory over South Africa. Shafali Verma starred with a brilliant 87 and key wickets, earning the Player of the Match award. Deepti Sharma added a vital all-round performance, scoring 58 and taking important wickets. Smriti Mandhana hit 45, while Richa Ghosh’s quick 34 powered India to 298. Despite Laura Wolvaardt’s fighting century, India’s bowlers sealed the win. Under Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership, the team turned years of heartbreak into joy, marking a golden moment in Indian women’s cricket history. (PC: BCCI)

India have won their first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final at Navi Mumbai. Harmanpreet Kaur’s team delivered a complete performance with bat, ball, and in the field. Shafali Verma scored 87, Deepti Sharma made 58 and took four wickets, while Richa Ghosh added a quick 34 as India posted 298 for 7. South Africa, despite Laura Wolvaardt’s brilliant century, were bowled out for 246. The victory marks a historic moment for Indian women’s cricket and celebrates years of passion, resilience, and teamwork.

India are just two wickets away from winning the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final against South Africa in Navi Mumbai. South Africa, chasing 299, are eight down after captain Laura Wolvaardt was dismissed for a brilliant century. Deepti Sharma took four wickets and earlier scored 58 runs to guide India to 298 for 7. Shafali Verma top-scored with 87, while Richa Ghosh added a quick 34. Despite Wolvaardt’s fight, South Africa now face a tough task needing 78 runs with only two wickets left. India stand on the edge of a historic World Cup victory. (PC: BCCI)

India are close to victory in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final against South Africa in Navi Mumbai. Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma shared three wickets, putting India in full control. South Africa are five down while chasing 299 runs. Earlier, Shafali scored a brilliant 87, while Deepti added a quick 58 to guide India to 298 for 7. Richa Ghosh’s late cameo of 34 off 24 balls gave the innings a strong finish. Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur contributed small but crucial runs. India now need just five wickets to lift the World Cup trophy. (PC: NDTV)

Laura Wolvaardt kept South Africa’s hopes alive with a quick half-century in the Women’s ODI World Cup final against India at Navi Mumbai. Chasing 299, South Africa reached 100 for 2 after 18 overs. Wolvaardt reached her fifty off just 45 balls, hitting some brilliant shots. India, however, struck twice early — Tazmin Brits was run out by Amanjot Kaur for 23, and Anneke Bosch fell for a duck to Shree Charani. Earlier, India posted 298 for 7, powered by Shafali Verma’s 87 and Deepti Sharma’s unbeaten 58. The final remains evenly balanced. (PC: X)

India scored 298 for 7 against South Africa in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final at Navi Mumbai. Shafali Verma hit 87 off 78 balls, Deepti Sharma made 58, and Richa Ghosh added a quick 42. Smriti Mandhana scored 45 and became India’s highest run-getter in a single World Cup, breaking Mithali Raj’s record. India made a strong start but lost quick wickets in the middle overs. South Africa now need 299 runs to win their first-ever title. India’s total is the second-highest in a Women’s World Cup final. (PC: BCCI)

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur was dismissed for 20 runs, giving South Africa a crucial breakthrough in the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup Final at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. Spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba delivered a clever ball from wide of the crease, attacking the stumps. Kaur, attempting a late cut, missed completely, and the ball crashed into her wickets, leaving India at 223/4. The dismissal halted India’s strong momentum built by openers Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, as South Africa seeks to regain control in the high-stakes title clash.