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BCCI President Mithun Manhas has lauded Jay Shah, the former secretary of the board and current ICC Chairperson, for his pivotal role in revolutionising Indian women’s cricket.

After their semifinal triumph, India went on to lift the Women’s World Cup 2025 title at the same venue in Navi Mumbai. The message deeply moved Jemimah, who paused to appreciate Sutherland’s gesture.

The moment after Harmanpreet took the title-sealing catch of Nadine de Klerk, also giving all-rounder Deepti Sharma her historic five-wicket haul in the final. The skipper says that the feeling cannot be processed right now, and it would take the team months to realise what they truly just pulled off for their country.

The call from Sachin Tendulkar, who famously endured the heartbreak of multiple failed World Cup campaigns before lifting the trophy on home soil in 2011, served as a timely morale boost for India, who eventually beat South Africa to win their first-ever Women’s ODI World Cup title.  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Indian women’s cricket team for their historic ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 victory, saying their achievement has uplifted the nation’s spirit and filled every Indian with pride.   

India opener Shafali Verma expressed her gratitude and determination after stepping up to replace injured teammate Pratika during the ICC Women’s World Cup, saying that the team’s belief in her gave her the motivation to perform at her best.   

Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur celebrated India’s maiden ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 win by getting matching tattoos of the trophy and ‘52’ — the margin of victory. The duo’s emotional Instagram posts went viral as fans hailed their tribute to India’s historic World Cup triumph at DY Patil Stadium. Led by Harmanpreet and powered by Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma’s brilliance, India defeated South Africa by 52 runs to lift their first-ever Women’s World Cup title.

Harmanpreet Kaur leads India to first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 title with a memorable 52-run win over South Africa. Captain celebrates historic victory by unveiling a World Cup trophy tattoo, symbolizing her journey, leadership, and perseverance. Tattoo serves as inspiration for young athletes, reflecting Harmanpreet’s childhood dream, dedication, and iconic contribution to women’s cricket.

Harmanpreet Kaur becomes first captain to lead India Women’s Cricket Team to ICC World Cup 2025 victory. India defeats South Africa by 52 runs in thrilling DY Patil Stadium final, marking historic maiden World Cup win. Team India to be felicitated by Prime Minister Modi in Delhi, celebrating women’s cricket excellence nationwide.

India’s women’s cricket team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, showed true sportsmanship after winning their maiden ODI World Cup title. Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Radha Yadav consoled emotional South African players, earning global praise. 

If there’s one place where destiny scripts its finest dramas, it’s the sports field. For Shafali Verma, that moment came on one of the most unforgettable nights in Indian cricket. Scroll down to know all about her unbelievable turnaround.

India clinched their first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in a historic final at DY Patil Stadium. BCCI announced a record ₹51 crore cash reward for the players and support staff after the monumental triumph, marking a new milestone in women’s cricket. Shafali Verma starred with 87 runs and two key wickets, while Deepti Sharma’s match-winning 5/29 sealed India’s maiden World Cup glory.

The year 2025 has shaped up to be a sporting fairytale not for the usual giants, but for the determined underdogs. Across cricket and football, multiple teams that long suffered under the weight of history have finally broken through, lifting long-awaited trophies and sparking emotional celebrations. Here's a detailed look at the biggest drought-ending triumphs of 2025:

Shafali Verma delivered a match-winning all-round masterclass, smashing 87 runs and picking two key wickets to lead India to their maiden ICC Women’s World Cup triumph at DY Patil Stadium. Deepti Sharma’s sensational five-wicket haul and India’s vastly improved fielding and fitness standards proved decisive as the Women in Blue sealed a commanding 52-run victory over South Africa in the final. An emotional Harmanpreet Kaur touched coach Amol Muzumdar’s and later Jay Shah’s feet, symbolising a powerful moment of respect and redemption as India celebrated a historic first-ever Women’s World Cup crown.

India’s women’s cricket team wins its first-ever World Cup, drawing praise from leaders, legends and fans across the nation.

India’s cricket fraternity erupted in joy as the Women in Blue lifted their maiden ICC Women’s World Cup title, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in a thrilling final at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium.

Harmanpreet Kaur became the highest run-scorer in Women’s ODI World Cup knockouts with 331 runs, surpassing Belinda Clark’s long-standing record, despite India’s loss in the 2025 final vs South Africa. Shafali Verma smashed a stunning 87 off 78 balls, building a 104-run opening stand with Smriti Mandhana to give India a strong start in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final at DY Patil Stadium. India’s memorable campaign included a record 339-run chase against Australia in the semi-final, powered by Harmanpreet’s 89 and Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 125, marking one of India's greatest World Cup victories.

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt has set the tone for a fiery ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final against India

IND W Vs SA W, World Cup 2025 Final Highlights: In a historic night for Indian cricket, the India Women’s cricket team clinched their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup title, defeating South Africa in a nail-biting final at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.

With multiple match-winners on both sides, there will be plenty of key battles during the ICC Women's ODI World Cup final between India and South Africa on Sunday.