Navi Mumbai, India – In a night of unforgettable cricketing glory, the Indian women’s cricket team scripted history by defeating South Africa by 52 runs to lift their maiden ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title. The electrifying final at Navi Mumbai saw India’s all-round brilliance shine through, led by Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma, who delivered match-winning performances with both bat and ball.
After being put in to bat, India posted a formidable 298 for 7, thanks to a composed 87-run knock by Shafali Verma. South Africa began their chase strongly, but Deepti Sharma turned the game on its head with a devastating spell. Her breakthrough dismissal of Annerie Dercksen triggered a collapse that saw the Proteas tumble from 209/5 to 246 all out. Deepti’s magical figures of 5 for 39 in 9.3 overs sealed India’s triumph and sent the Wankhede crowd into a frenzy.
Shafali Verma was named Player of the Match for her all-round brilliance, while Deepti Sharma earned the Player of the Tournament award for her consistent dominance throughout the competition.
The champions took home a record ₹37.3 crore prize purse, marking a 239% increase from the previous edition — a testament to the meteoric rise of women’s cricket in India.
President Droupadi Murmu hailed the victory as a “watershed moment” that would inspire generations of women athletes. “The girls have made India proud with their determination and excellence,” she said in a post.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the win as “spectacular and inspirational,” adding that the team’s performance reflected “remarkable skill, confidence, and teamwork throughout the tournament.”
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla praised the team for “winning the hearts of the entire nation,” while Union Home Minister Amit Shah called it a “crowning moment for India,” saying the team had “elevated the nation’s pride to the skies.”
This victory not only cements India’s place in cricketing history but also marks a transformative chapter for women’s sports — one that promises to inspire millions across the country and beyond.
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