India's women made history with an incredible victory over South Africa in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. This win was about so much more than just cricket; it represented the hard-fought journey of women’s cricket in India, a journey filled with perseverance and determination. For years, players have fought for the recognition and support they deserve, and this triumph is a testament to all those who paved the way. The stadium was packed as Harmanpreet Kaur and her team proudly lifted the trophy, igniting waves of joy and emotion throughout the country. Head coach Amol Muzumdar called this moment a turning point for Indian women’s cricket, and it truly is. This victory is set to inspire a new generation of young girls to embrace the sport and aspire to reach those same glorious heights. Shafali and Deepti Shine for India Shafali Verma crafted one of the most inspiring comeback stories in cricket, leading India to their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup title with an outstanding all-round performance. Just before the knockout stage, she was brought into the squad and made an immediate impact, scoring 87 runs her highest in ODIs and taking crucial wickets that helped tilt the final in India’s favor. Also Read | Kuldeep Yadav Ruled Out of Remaining T20Is, BCCI Reveals Reason Deepti Sharma also played a vital role, contributing significantly with both bat and ball, as India celebrated their long-awaited world title by defeating South Africa by 52 runs. Batting first at the DY Patil Stadium, India set a formidable target of 298 for 7, marking their third-highest ODI total without a century. Shafali and Smriti Mandhana got India off to a fantastic start, and later, Deepti and Richa Ghosh’s late innings push brought them close to the 300-run mark. South Africa began their chase steadily, thanks to Laura Wolvaardt’s elegant century, but India’s bowlers fought back fiercely. Shafali’s breakthrough moment shifted the momentum, and Deepti’s incredible spell sealed the victory. Her five-wicket haul dismantled South Africa’s middle order, leaving them at 246. Despite Wolvaardt’s valiant efforts, South Africa fell short once again, finishing as runners-up for the third consecutive ICC tournament. For India, this victory was more than just a win; it represented years of hard work, resilience, and unwavering belief. The standout performances of Shafali and Deepti on that unforgettable night will always be remembered as the moment when Indian women’s cricket reached its peak.