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Final: India, 298-7, beat South Africa, 246, by 52 runs
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Shafali and Deepti shine for hosts in Navi Mumbai
At last, 50 years on from their debut on the world stage, India’s dream came true: a first World Cup triumph, in front of a deafening full house in Navi Mumbai, as they defeated South Africa by 52 runs.
Laura Wolvaardt struck a magnificent century, going back-to-back after her winning effort against England in the semi-final, but while she finished the tournament with 571 runs – the most by any woman in a World Cup – the ultimate prize belonged to India.
Written by Raf Nicholson
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/nov/02/india-south-africa-womens-cricket-world-cup-match-report under the title “India rejoice in first Women’s World Cup triumph as South Africa fall short”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
