Shafali Verma
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Both Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shafali Verma are currently part of the NADA's Registered Testing Pool (RTP) and are subject to regular testing and must provide their whereabouts information so they can be located for no-advance-notice testing.
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India Women’s cricket didn’t just have a good year in 2025; it had a transformational one. The year combined a historic ICC trophy, landmark overseas results, record-breaking individual achievements, and structural upgrades at home that strengthened the talent pipeline.
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After Renuka Singh Thakur and Deepti Sharma's superb bowling performance restricted Sri Lanka to 112/7, Shafali Verma tore apart the bowling attack with a splendid display of stroke play that guided India home with 6.4 overs to spare.
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India batter Shafali Verma, who produced a standout performance in the Women’s World Cup Final to inspire her side to their maiden title, has been nominated for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for November.
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Shafali Verma reflected on a tough year after starring in India's first-ever ICC Women's ODI World Cup victory. The 21-year-old Shafali was adjudged the Player of the Match in the final against South Africa after she scored 87 runs and picked up two wickets in Navi Mumbai.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Legendary Sachin Tendulkar provided match-winning opener Shafali Verma the confidence to shine in the Women's Cricket World Cup final against South Africa on Sunday.
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After India’s historic Women’s World Cup triumph over South Africa, the team celebrated with joy at DY Patil Stadium. Fulfilling a four-year-old promise, Jemimah Rodrigues and teammates unveiled their team anthem, “Karde Sabki Hawa Tight,” singing and dancing around the WC trophy.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fuelled by her father’s inspiring words — “your time will come, just be ready” — Shafali Verma delivered a match-winning 87 and two vital wickets in India’s historic Women’s World Cup 2025 final win. After being dropped last year, the 21-year-old opener bounced back through relentless domestic dominance, proving her consistency and silencing critics with a fearless yet mature performance on the biggest stage. Shafali’s redemption arc, shaped by family support, hard work in Rohtak, and unwavering belief, capped India’s first-ever Women’s ODI World Cup triumph, marking a defining moment for Indian women’s cricket.
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Shafali Verma smashed a career-best 87 in the Women’s World Cup 2025 Final, setting the highest score by an Indian woman in a World Cup summit clash and powering a crucial 104-run opening stand. Her composed, mature innings placed her alongside legends Gautam Gambhir and MS Dhoni, as she came close to recording India’s first ever World Cup final century across men’s and women’s cricket. Battling cramps and immense pressure, Shafali showcased grit and clean strokeplay, breaking a three-year fifty drought and delivering a performance that defined India’s title fight.
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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.
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A new winner of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 is set to be crowned as India and South Africa lock horns in a historic final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday, November 2. India, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, reached the final after a thrilling semifinal win over Australia and will aim for their maiden ODI World Cup title. However, India will enter the contest with only faint memories of their crushing league-stage defeat against South Africa, who have been in scintillating form on their march to a maiden Women’s ODI World Cup final. Based on recent team performances, expert analyses, and the semifinal lineup, India's predicted playing XI for the final emphasizes a balanced batting order with spin-heavy bowling to exploit the pitch conditions. Here's India's predicted Playing XI for Women's ODI World Cup 2025 final against South Africa:
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Shafali Verma earns her ODI recall after over a year, replacing injured opener Pratika Rawal ahead of India’s ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final against Australia. The 21-year-old power-hitter vows to play her natural game, backed by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, coach Amol Muzumdar, and teammate Smriti Mandhana. Australia remain unbeaten in the tournament, with star all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner in top form as India eye revenge and a spot in the World Cup final.
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India had four other reserve options to choose from Tejal Hasabnis, Prema Rawat, Priya Mishra, and Sayali Satghare. Verma, who wasn’t part of the main squad or the reserves, has been in outstanding form for Haryana in the Senior Women’s T20 Trophy.
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For defending champions RCB, this was their fourth consecutive defeat at their home venue of M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
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Delhi Capitals moved to the top spot in the points table with their third win in five matches in WPL 2025.
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Delhi Capitals held their nerves to register a narrow two-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in a last-ball thriller in the Women's Premier League 2025 in Vadodara.
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