The Indian women’s cricket team scripted history by winning their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup title in 2025 after defeating South Africa in the final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on November 2. Batting first, India put up a strong total of 298/7, thanks to Shafali Verma’s explosive 87 off 78 balls, supported by Deepti Sharma’s composed 58 from 58 deliveries.
South Africa’s chase was led bravely by skipper Laura Wolvaardt, who scored a fighting 101, but the rest of the batting line-up failed to offer support. Deepti Sharma emerged as the star performer with the ball too, registering figures of 5/39 as India sealed a memorable 52-run win to lift their maiden ODI World Cup trophy.
Emotional And Iconic Post-Match Scenes
As the celebrations erupted, several unforgettable moments followed India’s title win. From recreating iconic gestures to honouring legends and sharing personal emotions, the occasion turned into a festival of pride, gratitude, and inspiration. Each moment reflected a different shade of the team’s journey—togetherness, respect, joy, and legacy.
Top 5 Celebration Moments
#1 Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana recreate Kohli-Rohit pose
The captain and vice-captain paid tribute to India’s 2024 T20 World Cup win by striking the same tricolour pose once made famous by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. With the flag held high, the duo marked a new chapter in Indian cricketing history.
#2 Legends Jhulan, Mithali, and Anjum join the celebrations
Former icons Jhulan Goswami, Mithali Raj, and Anjum Chopra were invited to share the joyous moment with the team. The players insisted they lift the trophy, symbolising how the victory was built on the foundation laid by generations before them.
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#3 Coach Amol Muzumdar’s emotional moment with his father
Head coach Amol Muzumdar, who never got to play for India despite an exceptional domestic career, finally tasted glory. His father joined him on the field, turning the moment into a deeply personal milestone.
#4 Pratika Rawal dances despite injury
Young opener Pratika Rawal, injured earlier in the tournament, surprised everyone by standing up from her wheelchair and dancing with her teammates, making it one of the most touching sights of the night.
#5 Harmanpreet’s gesture of respect
Harmanpreet Kaur bowed to touch the feet of coach Amol Muzumdar and later ICC Chairperson Jay Shah, expressing gratitude and humility. Though Jay Shah stopped her, the moment reflected pure respect and cultural emotion.
CAPTAIN HARMANPREET KAUR TOUCHED COACH AMOL MAJUMDAR'S FEET. 🥹 pic.twitter.com/a6TK7BW0x4
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) November 2, 2025
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