On November 2, 2025, at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, India emerged victorious in their first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs. The victory was powered by spirited performances from Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma.
Verma’s dynamic 87 runs off 78 balls coupled with her 2 crucial wickets, paired with Deepti Sharma’s remarkable all-round display, 58 not out plus a decisive five-wicket haul (5/39), dominated the final stages of the tournament. Shafali Verma’s dazzling half-century of 87 runs off 78 balls in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final set a new record for the highest score by an Indian in a World Cup final.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s smart captaincy and stellar catch to dismiss South African batter Nadine De Klerk were pivotal moments. India posted a formidable 298/7 in 50 overs and then bowled South Africa out for 246, ending a decades-long wait to lift the trophy.
Semi-Final Heroics & Record-Breaking Form
The Indian journey was paved with key contributions from several players. Jemimah Rodrigues impressed in the semi-final, guiding the team through critical stages with her calm yet aggressive batting, helping secure a crucial berth in the final.
Opening batter Smriti Mandhana continued her magnificent form throughout the tournament, breaking records with consistent high scores including a crucial 45 in the final and a century against Australia earlier in the competition.
Together with Shafali Verma, Mandhana laid a solid foundation in the final with an opening partnership of 104 runs, setting the tone for India’s commanding total.
A Journey of the Heart
India had previously lost the Women’s ODI World Cup final twice, in 2005 against Australia and again in 2017 to England. Those defeats left a lingering sense of unfinished business and a hunger for ultimate success.
The 2025 victory represents not just a sporting milestone but a redemption story for the team and Indian women’s cricket. This historic win reflects the steady progress, investments in fitness, skill development, and holistic support for women cricketers.
It marks a turning point, fulfilling decades of aspirations and inspiring generations of girls nationwide.
— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) November 2, 2025
Leaders’ Praise
President Droupadi Murmu lauded the team for “inspiring every girl in India to dream big” and hailed their victory as a landmark moment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the team on their dedication and resilience, calling the triumph “a proud moment for the nation and a new dawn for women’s sports in India.”
The BCCI rewarded the team with a substantial ₹51 crore cash prize, recognizing not only the players but also the coaching and support staff for their contributions.
Generous Prize Money Rewarded by BCCI
In recognition of India’s historic triumph in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced an unprecedented cash prize of ₹51 crore for the winning team. This amount, which will be distributed among players, coaches, selectors, and support staff, is over and above the prize money of nearly ₹40 crore awarded by the ICC.
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia highlighted that this substantial reward reflects the board’s appreciation for the team’s stellar performance and aims to further encourage women’s cricket in the country. The prize money also underscores the significant progress in women’s cricket, following ICC Chairman Jay Shah’s effort to increase the World Cup prize fund by 300% just a month before the tournament.
This reward stands as a testament to the increasing recognition and investment in women’s sports in India, celebrating not only the victory but also the growing empowerment and future prospects of women athletes in cricket and beyond.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
This victory exemplifies the power of perseverance, equity, and inclusivity in sport. It is a clarion call for sustained support for women’s cricket and broader women’s participation in all fields.
This triumph adds to India’s legacy of breaking barriers and championing equality.
𝐂.𝐇.𝐀.𝐌.𝐏.𝐈.𝐎.𝐍.𝐒 🏆
— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) November 2, 2025
Congratulations to #TeamIndia on winning their maiden ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 🇮🇳
Take. A. Bow 🙌#WomenInBlue | #CWC25 | #Final | #INDvSA pic.twitter.com/rYIFjasxmc
𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑! 🇮🇳 🏏
— BJP (@BJP4India) November 2, 2025
The Indian women cricket team has won the ODI World Cup, lifting the trophy after beating South Africa on home turf!
Should we bow? 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲’𝐫𝐞 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐬, 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲! 🫡 pic.twitter.com/bmEXcam4EG
