India-W vs South Africa-W Live Score- IND W Won by 52 runs | World Cup Final 2025

RAIN DELAY-

The rain has returned, and the covers are being brought back on the field. Fortunately, the matches are now losing overs only after a couple of hours, unlike during the group stage when there was an hour of buffer time. There’s a suggestion that the toss should be completed before the rain stops, but the decision was made to wait so teams can know the actual conditions closer to the start time.

The toss has been delayed but is expected to take place soon, with the first ball likely to be bowled shortly after. The covers are gradually being removed; however, there are still some wet patches on the ground, which might require some cleaning before play resumes. The sun has come out, which is a good sign, and the ground staff are actively working to maintain the pitch and ground conditions.

There’s a buzz among spectators, with the crowd reacting enthusiastically as the ground staff move around and more of the covers are peeled off. Discussions are ongoing between umpires and ground staff, and umbrellas are being packed away as the weather seems to be clearing up.

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One commentator humorously noted the crucial role of ground staff, calling them “superheroes,” highlighting how much the game depends on their efforts. Overall, fans remain hopeful that the match will begin soon despite the recent rain interruptions.

UPDATE:

Good news from the ground! Sruthi reports that the rain has stopped and the skies are looking brighter. Groundstaff are hard at work, with the super-sopper in full swing and plenty of activity around the covers. The crowd is cheering as things start to improve, though a few puddles still remain.

TOSS:

And here we go, the captains are out in the middle for the toss. It’s a big moment, and surely, the winner would prefer to bowl first under these conditions. Harmanpreet has the coin, gives it a spin, and Wolvaardt calls heads. The coin lands… heads it is! South Africa will bowl first.

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Wolvaardt explains that this ground suits chasing, and she’s hoping the pitch offers a bit of grip early on for her new-ball bowlers to hit their lengths right away. South Africa are sticking with the same playing XI. She adds that it’s a huge match and the whole team is buzzing, playing in front of such a crowd makes it special. They’ll start fresh tonight but are confident in their recent form.

PLAYING XI- India-W vs South Africa-W

PITCH REPORT: A pleasant breeze has cleared the clouds, though the air remains muggy with humidity at 79 percent. The pitch sits at the centre of the square, offering a 66-metre straight boundary and square boundaries measuring 56 and 57 metres. Mel Jones notes that, with the pitch having stayed under covers amid recent rain, swing bowlers like Kapp and Renuka could find conditions favourable. The surface resembles the one used for the India-Australia semi-final but was last played on during the India-New Zealand match. Charani, one of the few spinners to extract turn here, will be worth watching to see how much grip she finds today.

The major talking point, apart from India needing to defend a total to clinch the World Cup, is that both teams remain unchanged. South Africa continue with the extra batter, with Nadine de Klerk listed to bat at number nine, a move that could strengthen their lineup if they’re set a big target. India, on the other hand, have retained the combination that worked well against Australia. Their setup includes six genuine bowling options, along with Shafali and possibly Harmanpreet as part-time choices. However, this balance might require their batters to play cautiously early on, given the one fewer specialist batter.

Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma make their way to the middle to open the innings. Meanwhile, the South African players form a huddle near the boundary, with Laura Wolvaardt leading the team talk.

1ST OVER– 0/0

End of the first over, it’s a maiden! India Women off to a cautious start, score remains 0 without loss.

2ND OVER– 7/0

At the end of the second over, India Women have reached 7 without loss.

3RD OVER– 13/0

At the end of the third over, India Women reach 13 without loss, adding 6 runs in the over.

4TH OVER– 22/0

After 4 overs, India Women move to 22 without loss, adding 9 runs in the latest over.

5TH OVER– 31/0

End of the 5th over, India Women steady at 31 without loss after adding 9 runs in the last over.

6TH OVER– 45/0

India Women reach 45 without loss at the end of 6 overs, adding 14 runs in the last over.

7TH OVER– 51/0

India Women steady at 51 without loss after 7 overs, adding 6 runs in the latest over.

8TH OVER– 58/0

India Women reach 58 without loss at the end of the 8th over, adding seven runs in the over.

9TH OVER– 63/0

End of 9 overs, India Women are cruising at 63 without loss, adding 5 runs in the last over.

10TH OVER– 64/0

India Women reach 64 without loss at the end of 10 overs, adding just 1 run in the latest over.

11TH OVER– 65/0

India Women reach 65 without loss at the end of 11 overs, maintaining a steady run rate of 5.90 with one run added in the over.

12TH OVER– 64/0

End of the 12th over: India Women steady at 66 without loss, scoring at a run rate of 5.50.

13TH OVER– 71/0

End of the 13th over, India Women steady at 71 without loss, scoring at 5.46 runs per over.

14TH OVER– 80/0

India Women reach 80 without loss at the end of 14 overs, scoring 9 runs in the last over with a current run rate of 5.71.

15TH OVER– 89/0

India Women reach 89 without loss at the end of 15 overs, scoring 9 runs in the last over with a current run rate of 5.93.

16TH OVER– 92/0

End of the 16th over, India Women steady at 92 without loss, adding three runs in the last over. The current run rate stands at 5.75.

17TH OVER– 97/0

India Women reach 97 without loss at the end of 17 overs, scoring at a steady run rate of 5.70.

WICKET – Tryon to Mandhana, out! A huge breakthrough for South Africa as Tryon strikes gold. The energy in Navi Mumbai just flatlined – what a crucial wicket this is. Back of a length outside off, it skids through quicker than expected. Mandhana tries to play it as if it were shorter, hangs her bat away from the body, and only manages the faintest of edges. Jafta stays sharp behind the stumps and takes a clean catch. Tryon roars in delight—she knows this is a massive moment. India lose their set batter, and South Africa sniff a way back into the contest. Mandhana departs for 45 off 58 balls, with eight crisp boundaries.

18TH OVER– 108/1

End of the 18th over, India Women have reached 106 for the loss of one wicket, scoring at a rate of 5.88 runs per over.

19TH OVER– 111/1

End of the 19th over, India Women steady at 111 for 1 with a current run rate of 5.84 runs per over.

20TH OVER– 114/1

At the end of 20 overs, India Women have scored 114 runs for the loss of one wicket, maintaining a current run rate of 5.70.

21ST OVER– 122/1

India Women reach 122 for 1 at the end of 21 overs, scoring 8 runs in the over with a current run rate of 5.80.

22ND OVER – 129/1

At the end of the 22nd over, India Women have reached 129 for 1, scoring 7 runs in the over. Their current run rate stands at 5.86.

23RD OVER – 134/1

India Women reach 134 for 1 at the end of 23 overs, scoring 5 runs in the last over with a current run rate of 5.82.

24TH OVER – 140/1

End of the 24th over, India Women reach 140 for 1, adding 6 runs in the over. The current run rate stands at 5.83.

25TH OVER – 151/1

At the end of 25 overs, India Women stand strong at 151 for 1, adding 11 runs in the last over. The current run rate is 6.04.

26TH OVER – 158/1

End of the 26th over: India Women move to 158 for 1, adding 7 runs in the over. The current run rate stands at 6.07.

27TH OVER – 162/1

End of the 27th over, India Women move to 162 for 1, adding 4 runs in the last over. The current run rate stands at 6.00.

WICKET!!! Khaka to Shafali Verma, OUT! The signs of fatigue finally show as Shafali perishes while looking to go big once more. Khaka, returning to the attack, makes an instant impact for South Africa. The delivery is angled in on a good length on leg stump, perhaps deliberately to cramp the batter for room. Shafali shuffles across, looking to loft it over mid-off, but fails to get the necessary height. Luus, positioned perfectly inside the ring, reacts sharply and takes a smart catch above her head. South Africa strike again as Shafali’s brilliant 87-run knock off 78 balls comes to an end.

28TH OVER – 166/2

End of the 28th over, India Women have reached 166 for the loss of 2 wickets, scoring at a steady run rate of 5.92 runs per over.

29TH OVER – 171/2

End of the 29th over, India Women are at 171 for 2 with a steady current run rate of 5.89 runs per over.

WICKET!!! Khaka to Rodrigues, OUT! That looks taken! Wolvaardt is confident, and the umpires want another look. It was a fuller delivery outside off, gripping slightly off the surface. Rodrigues looked to drive through extra cover but ended up lofting it unintentionally. Wolvaardt dived low to her left and claimed it cleanly, and after several replays, the third umpire confirms that her fingers were safely under the ball. A fair decision in the end, and India’s semi-final star has to walk back earlier than expected tonight.

30TH OVER – 172/3

At the end of the 30th over, India Women stand at 172 for the loss of 3 wickets, scoring at a steady run rate of 5.73 runs per over.

31ST OVER – 173/3

End of over 31, India Women move to 173 for 3, scoring 11 runs in the over. Current run rate stands at 5.58.

32ND OVER – 175/3

End of over 32, India Women add 2 runs, reaching 175 for 3 with the run rate now at 5.46.

33RD OVER – 185/3

End of 33rd over, India Women reach 185/3 with a run rate of 5.60. Ten runs came from this over.

34TH OVER – 195/3

End of 34th over, India Women move to 195/3 as ten more runs are added. The current run rate rises to 5.73.

35TH OVER – 200/3

End of 35th over, India Women touch 200/3 after scoring five runs in the over, maintaining a run rate of 5.71.

36TH OVER – 203/3

End of 36th over, India Women advance to 203/3 with three runs added, and the run rate slightly dips to 5.63.

37TH OVER – 211/3

End of the 37th over, India Women score 211 for 3, with a current run rate of 5.70.

38TH OVER – 219/3

End of the 38th over, India Women move to 219 for 3, maintaining a run rate of 5.76.

WICKET!!! A massive breakthrough for South Africa as Harmanpreet Kaur departs. Nonkululeko Mlaba delivers one from wide of the crease at 74.5 kph, targeting the stumps with precision. Harmanpreet attempts to stay back and glance it fine, but the ball sneaks past her bat and crashes into the stumps. The South African spinner erupts in celebration, knowing she’s claimed a crucial scalp. Harmanpreet walks back after scoring 20 off 29 balls, including two boundaries, at a strike rate of 68.96.

39TH OVER – 223/4

After 39 overs, India Women are 223 for 4, scoring at 5.71 runs per over.

40TH OVER – 229/4

End of over 40 – 229/4, scoring 6 runs in the over.

41ST OVER – 236/4

End of over 41 – total moves to 236/4, maintaining a steady 5.75 run rate.

42ND OVER – 243/4

End of over 42 – total score 243/4, adding 7 runs. 

43RD OVER – 245/4

End of over 43 – 245/4, just 2 runs coming in as the rate dips to 5.69.

WICKET!!! A stunning one-handed catch from de Klerk, and she makes it look effortless! It was a slower delivery, pitched short and outside off. Amanjot appeared completely deceived by the change in pace, unable to adjust in time. Reaching out for a loose shot, she ended up chipping it tamely toward de Klerk’s right. Showing great reflexes and awareness, de Klerk stretched out her right hand, skillfully maneuvering around Deepti at the non-striker’s end, and held on firmly. South Africa continue to strike at just the right moments!

44TH OVER – 253/5

End of over 44, India Women at 253 for 5 with a run rate of 5.75.

45TH OVER – 262/5

India Women reach 262 for 5 at the end of 45 overs. Current run rate: 5.82 runs per over.

46TH OVER – 268/5

End of the 46th over, India Women stand at 268 for 5, scoring at a current run rate of 5.82 runs per over.

47TH OVER – 277/5

End of the 47th over, India Women move to 277 for 5, scoring at a steady run rate of 5.89 runs per over.

48TH OVER – 286/5

India Women complete 48 overs at 286 for 5, maintaining a steady scoring rate of 5.95 runs per over.

WICKET!! Khaka to Ghosh, OUT! Ghosh flicks it straight to Dercksen at deep backward square leg, who holds onto a clean catch. Ghosh looks stunned as she realizes her mistake. Khaka deserves credit for this clever delivery — a full ball following Ghosh’s movement, cramping her for room. The batter timed it well but failed to get enough elevation to clear the boundary. A straightforward catch ends a brisk and promising cameo from Ghosh.

49TH OVER – 292/6

End of the 49th over, India Women reach 292 for 6, scoring at a run rate of 5.95.

WICKET!!! What a strange end to the innings. The bat flies one way, the ball sails the other, and India wrap things up just short of 300. It was a full toss on middle and off, and Radha tried launching it towards the Arabian Sea but lost her balance completely. The ball sliced off the outer half of the bat while her bat slipped out of her hands near the crease. Both batters tried to steal a second run, but Deepti never crossed Radha, meaning she’s the one ruled out in the end.

50TH OVER – 298/7

End of the 50th over, India Women are at 298 for 7. They added 6 runs in this over, maintaining a run rate of 5.96.

Here comes South Africa Team for India-W vs South Africa-W

1ST OVER -1/0

A steady and cautious start from South Africa Women as they open their innings with just a single run on the board. The bowlers begin tightly, giving nothing away early. SA-W: 1/0, CRR 1.00. They need 298 more runs from 49 overs at a required rate of 6.08.

2ND OVER -7/0

A better over for South Africa Women, adding six runs and finding some rhythm. The openers are settling in, rotating strike sensibly. SA-W: 7/0, CRR 3.50. The target now stands at 292 runs from 48 overs, RRR 6.08.

3RD OVER -10/0

Only three runs come off the over as the bowlers continue to keep things tight. South Africa Women are yet to break free. SA-W: 10/0, CRR 3.33. They require 289 runs from 47 overs, RRR climbing slightly to 6.14.

4TH OVER – 12/0

Disciplined bowling keeps the pressure on. Just two runs added this time, and the batters look cautious. SA-W: 12/0, CRR 3.00. The asking rate moves up to 6.23, with 287 runs still needed from 46 overs.

5TH OVER – 18/0

A small momentum shift as South Africa Women pick up six runs, nudging the rate upward. The openers are starting to find some timing. SA-W: 18/0, CRR 3.60. They now need 281 runs from 45 overs, RRR 6.24.

6TH OVER – 26/0

A positive over for South Africa Women with eight runs on the board, including some confident strokes. The chase is beginning to gain traction. SA-W: 26/0, CRR 4.33. The required rate drops slightly to 6.20, with 273 still needed from 44 overs.

7TH OVER – 33/0

Seven more runs as the batters continue to rotate strike effectively and maintain momentum. SA-W: 33/0, CRR 4.71. The equation now reads 266 runs required from 43 overs, RRR 6.18.

8TH OVER – 44/0

An expensive over from the bowling side with 11 runs conceded. South Africa Women look solid with boundaries flowing freely. SA-W: 44/0, CRR 5.50. They now need 255 runs from 42 overs, RRR easing to 6.07.

9TH OVER – 51/0

Seven runs added as the openers continue confidently. A steady partnership building at the top for South Africa Women. SA-W: 51/0, CRR 5.66. They require 248 runs from 41 overs, RRR 6.04.

10TH OVER – 52/1

The first breakthrough arrives as South Africa Women lose their opening wicket. Only one run scored in the over, slowing the momentum. SA-W: 52/1, CRR 5.20. They still need 247 runs from 40 overs, RRR rising slightly to 6.17.

11TH OVER – 59/1

At the end of the 11th over, South Africa Women are 59 for 1 wicket, scoring at a current run rate of 5.36. They now require 240 more runs to win from the remaining 39 overs, with the required run rate climbing to 6.15.

WICKET!!! Charani claimed her second wicket for India, sending Bosch back to the pavilion after a tough tournament. Bosch’s struggles continued as she departed for a six-ball duck, much to the delight of the Navi Mumbai crowd. Charani delivered a slower ball on middle and leg, and Bosch missed the attempted flick, getting trapped plumb in front. The umpire had no hesitation in raising the finger, and Bosch, unsure and disappointed, chose not to review the decision. The stadium responded with renewed energy as India tightened their grip on the match.

12TH OVER – 62/2

At the end of the 12th over, South Africa Women have posted 62 runs on the board for the loss of 2 wickets, scoring at a current run rate of 5.16. They still require 237 more runs to win from the remaining 38 overs, with a required run rate climbing to 6.23. The team will need to accelerate their scoring to remain in contention for

13TH OVER – 69/2

At the end of the 13th over, South Africa Women have scored 69 runs for the loss of two wickets. Their current run rate stands at 5.30, while the required rate is 6.21. They still need 230 runs from the remaining 37 overs to win.

14TH OVER – 71/2

At the end of 14 overs, South Africa Women have scored 71 runs for the loss of 2 wickets, maintaining a current run rate of 5.07. To reach their target, they still require 228 more runs from the remaining 36 overs, which means their required run rate now stands at 6.33. The team will need to accelerate their scoring in the upcoming overs to keep up with the chase.

15TH OVER – 78/2

After 15 overs, South Africa Women have scored 78 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. Their current run rate stands at 5.20, and they still require 221 more runs from the remaining 35 overs, with the required run rate now climbing to 6.31.

16TH OVER – 84/2

At the end of 16 overs, South Africa Women stand at 84 runs for 2 wickets. Their current run rate is 5.25, with a required rate of 6.32 to chase the target. They now need 215 more runs from the remaining 34 overs to reach their goal.

17TH OVER – 95/2

After 17 overs, South Africa Women are 95 for 2 wickets, having just scored 11 runs in the latest over. With a current run rate of 5.58, they now require 204 more runs from the remaining 33 overs to achieve the target. Their required run rate stands at 6.18, and maintaining consistent partnerships will be crucial for chasing down the total comfortably.

18TH OVER – 100/2

At the end of 18 overs, South Africa Women have scored 100 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. Their current run rate stands at 5.55, while the required run rate is 6.21. They still need 199 runs from the remaining 32 overs to win the match.

19TH OVER – 109/2

After 19 overs, South Africa Women have scored 109 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. Their current run rate stands at 5.73. To win, they need 190 more runs from the remaining 31 overs, which requires a required rate of 6.12 runs per over. The chase is still achievable if the batters accelerate in the middle overs and preserve wickets, keeping the required run rate within reach.

20TH OVER – 113/2

At the end of 20 overs and 4 deliveries, South Africa Women have reached 113 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. Their current run rate stands at 5.65, while the required run rate is now 6.20. They still need 186 runs from the remaining 30 overs to achieve the target.

WICKET: Shafali Verma comes in to bowl to Sune Luus—she’s struck! The breakthrough has arrived as Shafali disrupts the partnership that was building steadily for South Africa. The delivery was pitched on a good length, just outside the off stump, and seemed to grip in the surface more than expected. Luus was looking to nudge it toward the leg side, but with the pace taken off, she ended up presenting a simple, gentle chance back to the bowler herself. Shafali anticipated it, stooped low, and completed the catch with a big smile even before the ball settled in her hands. She immediately sprinted towards Harmanpreet Kaur, her captain, celebrating the success of what was clearly a well-calculated tactical move.

Sune Luus departs after scoring 25 runs off 31 balls, including four boundaries, at a strike rate of 80.64, caught and bowled by Shafali Verma.

21ST OVER – 118/3

South Africa Women end the over with their score at 118 runs for the loss of 3 wickets. The team now requires 181 more runs from the remaining 29 overs to chase down the target. Their current run rate stands at 5.61, while the required run rate has climbed to 6.24. With wickets in hand, the chase is still alive, but the side will need to accelerate in the coming overs to keep up with the mounting required run rate.

22ND OVER – 123/3

At the end of 22 overs, South Africa Women are 123 for 3 wickets. Their current run rate stands at 5.59, while the required run rate is 6.28. They still need 176 runs to win from the remaining 28 overs.

WICKET!!! Shafali Verma delivers a back-of-a-length ball on middle and leg, and it seems innocuous at first. But as the ball comes in with a hint of spin, Marizanne Kapp looks to glance it down the leg side. She only manages a faint touch, sending the ball straight to the keeper, Ghosh, who swiftly dives to her left and takes a sharp catch. It’s a soft dismissal, and Kapp can hardly believe it as she trudges back, head bowed. Shafali, with this wicket, has completely changed the momentum of the game. South Africa now find themselves in dire straits, their dependable all-rounder departing after scoring just 4 off 5. Big moment in the match, and Shafali’s redemption arc just got its perfect chapter.

23RD OVER – 124/4

After 23 overs, South Africa Women have scored 124 runs for the loss of 4 wickets. Their current run rate is 5.39, and they require 175 more runs from the remaining 27 overs to win. The required run rate now stands at 6.48, indicating that they need to accelerate their scoring pace in the second half of their chase.

24TH OVER– 125/4

At the end of the 24th over, South Africa Women have reached 125 for 4. Their current run rate stands at 5.20, while the required rate has climbed to 6.69. They now need 174 more runs to win from the remaining 26 overs.

25TH OVER– 127/4

At the end of 25 overs, South Africa Women have reached 127 for 4. The current run rate stands at 5.08, while the required run rate has climbed to 6.88. They now need 172 more runs from the remaining 25 overs to chase down the target.

26TH OVER– 134/4

At the end of the 26th over, South Africa Women have reached 134 for 4, adding 7 runs in the last over. The current run rate stands at 5.15, and they now require 165 more runs from the remaining 24 overs, with a required run rate of 6.87.

27TH OVER– 138/4

At the end of the 27th over, South Africa Women have reached 138 for 4. They added 4 runs in this over and now require 161 more runs from the remaining 23 overs. The current run rate stands at 5.11, while the required rate has climbed to 7.00.

28TH OVER– 141/4

At the end of the 28th over, South Africa Women have reached 141 for 4. They added 3 runs in that over, maintaining a current run rate of 5.03. The team now needs 158 more runs from the remaining 22 overs, with a required run rate climbing to 7.18.

29TH OVER– 146/4

At the end of the 29th over, South Africa Women have reached 146 for 4, adding 5 runs in the over. Their current run rate stands at 5.03, and they now need 153 more runs from the remaining 21 overs, requiring a run rate of 7.28 to win.

WICKET: Sharma to Jafta, out! Short midwicket takes a sharp catch, and Jafta’s struggle finally comes to an end. Deepti tossed it up enticingly outside off, drawing Jafta into an ambitious slog. However, she mistimed it badly and the ball looped off the inside edge towards a slightly straighter Radha Yadav, who made no mistake. South Africa lose their fifth wicket, and India tighten their grip further on the innings.

Sinalo Jafta c Yadav b Sharma 16 (29 balls, 1 four, 0 sixes), Strike Rate: 55.17

30TH OVER– 150/5

At the end of the 30th over, South Africa Women are 150 for 5. They added 4 runs in this over but lost one wicket. The current run rate stands at 5.00, and they now need 149 more runs from the remaining 20 overs at a required rate of 7.45.

31ST OVER- 156/5

At the end of the 31st over, South Africa Women have reached 156 for the loss of 5 wickets. The current run rate stands at 5.03, while they require 143 more runs from the remaining 19 overs at a required rate of 7.52.

32ND OVER– 173/5

At the end of the 32nd over, South Africa Women have reached 173 for 5. They added 17 runs in this over, maintaining a current run rate of 5.40. The team now needs 126 more runs from the remaining 18 overs, requiring a run rate of 7.00 per over.

33RD OVER– 175/5

At the end of the 33rd over, South Africa Women have reached 175 for 5, adding just two runs in the over. The current run rate stands at 5.30, and they now need 124 more runs from the remaining 17 overs, requiring a scoring rate of 7.29 runs per over.

34TH OVER– 180/5

At the end of 34 overs, South Africa Women stand at 180 for 5. They managed to add 5 runs in this over. The current run rate is 5.29, and they now need 119 runs from the remaining 96 balls, requiring a run rate of 7.43 to win.

35TH OVER– 183/5

At the end of the 35th over, South Africa Women have reached 183 for 5. They managed to add 4 runs in that over, maintaining a current run rate of 5.22. The chase remains challenging as they now need 116 more runs from the remaining 90 balls, requiring a run rate of 7.73 to achieve the target.

36TH OVER– 186/5

At the end of the 36th over, South Africa Women have reached 186 for 5. They managed to add three runs in this over. The current run rate stands at 5.16, and they now require 113 more runs from 84 balls to win, with the required run rate climbing to 8.07.

37TH OVER– 194/5

At the end of the 37th over, South Africa Women are 194 for 5, adding 8 runs in this over. The current run rate stands at 5.24, and they now need 105 more runs from 78 balls with a required rate of 8.07.

38TH OVER– 198/5

At the end of 38 overs, South Africa Women have reached 198 for 5. They now require 101 more runs from the remaining 72 balls, with the current run rate at 5.21 and the required run rate climbing to 8.41.

39TH OVER– 207/5

After 39 overs, South Africa Women have reached 207 for 5, adding 9 runs in the last over. Their current run rate stands at 5.30, and they now require 92 more runs from the remaining 66 balls, with a required run rate of 8.36.

WICKET: Sharma strikes at the perfect moment! Delivering a sensational yorker at 86kph on off stump, she completely beats Dercksen with a scrambled seam beauty. The South African batter fails to bring her bat down in time, and the stumps are shattered to send the crowd in Navi Mumbai into a roar of celebration. A crucial breakthrough for India just as South Africa looked to build momentum. Dercksen departs after a well-made 35 off 37 balls, featuring one four and two sixes.

40TH OVER– 211/6

At the end of the 40th over, South Africa Women are 211 for 6, managing to add just 4 runs in the over while losing a wicket. They now need 88 runs from the remaining 60 balls, with the required run rate climbing to 8.80 per over.

41ST OVER– 220/6

At the end of the 41st over, South Africa Women have reached 220 for 6, adding 9 runs in the over. They now need 79 more runs from 54 balls, with the current run rate at 5.36 and a required rate climbing to 8.77.

WICKET: Sharma to Wolvaardt, OUT!
A dramatic moment unfolds as Wolvaardt miscues one high into the night sky, and Amanjot finally holds on after a nerve-wracking juggle. The crowd lets out a roar of relief. Sharma tosses it up on a good length right at the stumps, tempting Wolvaardt into a big stroke. She commits fully to the shot, but gets too much elevation and not enough distance. Amanjot charges in from deep mid-wicket, the ball slips from her grasp at first, but she stays focused and clings on at the second attempt, a brilliant display of composure under pressure. The catch seals an important breakthrough for India just when Wolvaardt looked set to take the game away with yet another masterful World Cup hundred.

Laura Wolvaardt c Amanjot Kaur b Sharma 101 (98 balls, 11 fours, 1 six), SR 103.06

WICKET: Deepti Sharma to Tryon- OUT! Trapped right in front, and the finger goes up instantly! Chloe Tryon isn’t convinced and opts for a review, but this looks tight. Sharma delivers a full one, angling in on leg stump; Tryon falls slightly across, missing the line completely. The ball thumps her front pad, and there’s barely any doubt it’s close. Ball Tracking confirms, hitting the outside of leg stump, umpire’s call it is! The decision stands, and India celebrate another massive breakthrough in Navi Mumbai. Tryon walks back dejected after a brief stay — 9 runs off 8 balls, including a boundary. Momentum continues to swing firmly India’s way.

42ND OVER– 221/8

South Africa Women reach 221 for 8 after 42 overs, adding just a single run in the over while losing two wickets. They now require 78 more runs from the remaining 48 balls, with the required run rate climbing to 9.75.

43RD OVER– 229/8

At the end of the 43rd over, South Africa Women are 229 for 8. They scored 8 runs in the over and now require 70 more runs from 42 balls, with the required run rate climbing to 10 per over.

44TH OVER– 232/8

At the end of the 44th over, South Africa Women have reached 232 for 8. They managed to score only 3 runs in that over, keeping the current run rate at 5.27. The target remains challenging as they now require 67 more runs from the remaining 36 balls, with a required run rate of 11.16 per over.

WICKET: Charani de Klerk is dismissed! Khaka tries to steal a quick single, but a sharp throw comes in from Deepti Sharma, it’s incredibly close. The replays confirm what everyone suspected: Khaka is short of her ground. Outstanding fielding from Deepti leads to a crucial run-out.

Ayabonga Khaka departs run out (Sharma/†Ghosh) for 1 off 7 deliveries, leaving her side under pressure.

45TH OVER– 246/9

WICKET AND WIN: South Africa Women reached 246 for 9 at the end of the 45th over, adding 14 runs for the loss of one wicket in that over. They now require 53 runs from the remaining 30 balls, with the current run rate at 5.46 and the required rate climbing to 10.60.

The journey of fifteen determined women has reached its most glorious destination, a story written in sweat, sacrifice, and relentless belief. Each of them carried dreams forged through struggle and persistence, and tonight, those dreams blend seamlessly with the emotions of over a billion hearts.

From the quiet lanes of small towns to the buzzing streets of bustling cities, India celebrates not just a victory, but a legacy crafted through courage and conviction. The echoes of joy rise across every corner of the nation as the Indian team, once questioned and underestimated, now stands tall as the undisputed champions of the world.

The final moment could not have been scripted better. Harmanpreet Kaur, the ever-dependable leader, grabbed the decisive catch as Deepti Sharma sealed her remarkable World Cup performance with one last wicket, Nadine de Klerk, caught for 18. A perfect ending to a campaign that has redefined Indian cricket’s spirit, pride, and purpose.

IND Women won by 52 runs