On 2 November 2025, the India women's national cricket team achieved something extraordinary — they lifted the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup trophy for the first time in history, defeating the South Africa women's national cricket team by 52 runs in the final held at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

This victory isn’t just a win on the scoreboard.  It’s a milestone, a beacon of inspiration, and a possible turning point for women’s cricket in India 

• Batting first, India posted 298/7 in their 50 overs. Key contributions came from Shafali Verma (87 runs) and Deepti Sharma (58 runs), giving India a strong foundation. 

• In reply, South Africa fought hard, in particular their captain Laura Wolvaardt, who made a century. But India’s bowlers, led by Deepti Sharma’s five-wicket haul, held firm. South Africa were all out for 246.

• The win capped off a remarkable comeback: India had lost three matches in a row earlier in the tournament, yet they turned that around to win the title.

Breaking new ground
India became the first non-western nation to win the Women’s Cricket World Cup. Until now, only England, Australia and New Zealand had claimed the title.

‘1983 moment’ for Indian women’s cricket
The triumph is similar to the men’s win in 1983 — not just in sporting terms but in symbolism: hope, identity, wider recognition.

A rise in visibility and investment potential
With this win, the spotlight turns brighter on women’s cricket in India. Media, sponsors, young girls watching: it all stands to benefit. As one article puts it, this could “set a new world order in women’s cricket — if they spend the money wisely”

Key players & moments to celebrate

• Shafali Verma: Her 87 in the final was a breakthrough performance in a high-pressure game.

• Deepti Sharma: A standout all-rounder – scored well and took 5+ wickets in the final.

• Harmanpreet Kaur (captain): Led through the ups and downs, marshalled the team and held composure when it mattered.

• Team resilience: After early tournament setbacks, to go all the way required belief, focus and teamwork.

What this could mean going forward

• Momentum for grassroots & female participation: Girls watching this will see “it can be done” — making a career in cricket is more visible now.

• Better support structure: With winning comes expectation — training facilities, domestic leagues, sponsorships may receive more boost.

• Competitive shift globally: India’s win challenges the traditional dominance of a few nations; women’s cricket becomes even more global & open.

• Media & commercial growth: Higher viewership, more broadcast interest, stronger commercial deals likely — which can feed back into the sport.

Sustaining success is hard. Winning a tournament is one thing, staying on top is another. India will need consistency, depth, injuries management, and mental strength.Ensuring infrastructure & investment reach all levels so that talent from across India can emerge. Balancing expectations with victory comes pressure — new standards to meet.

If you’re new to women’s cricket or want to share this moment:

• Watch the highlights of the final — the moments that turned the game (big partnerships, key wickets).

• Cheer for the team’s journey, not just the trophy — the early losses, the comeback, the grind.

• Use this as an entry point into exploring the wider women’s game: past legends, other nations, domestic leagues.

• Celebrate not just the win, but its impact — the doors it opens and the inspiration it provides.

This win belongs not just to the players and the coaching staff, but to every girl in India who holds a cricket bat, every woman umpire, every local coach — because now the message is louder and clearer: You belong at the top. The 2025 Women’s World Cup might just be the moment when the tides shift. Let’s hope India rides that wave.