India vs South Africa: Women's World Cup Final 2025
Shafali Verma struck her first ODI half-century in three years during the Women's World Cup final on Sunday, steering India to 106/1 against South Africa at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. She formed a solid 104-run opening partnership with Smriti Mandhana before Chloe Tryon dismissed Mandhana for 45 in the 18th over.
The match saw India aiming for their first-ever Women's World Cup title, delayed by more than an hour due to rain. As Jemimah Rodrigues joined Verma at the crease, expectations were high after her record 127 off 134 balls in the semifinal against Australia.
"Shafali Verma registered her first ODI half-century in three years during the Women's World Cup final on Sunday, anchoring India to 106/1 against South Africa at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai."
South Africa, meanwhile, entered the final still chasing their maiden World Cup crown, led by captain Laura Wolvaardt, who scored a remarkable 169 off 143 balls in their semifinal victory over England.
Key Highlights
- Shafali Verma reached her first ODI fifty since 2022.
- India posted 106/1 before the 19th over.
- Smriti Mandhana contributed 45 runs in a 104-run opening stand.
- Jemimah Rodrigues joined after Mandhana’s dismissal post a rain delay.
- Laura Wolvaardt’s 169 led South Africa to their first World Cup final appearance.
Summary
Shafali Verma’s return to form set the tone as India chased a historic first Women’s World Cup title against South Africa in Navi Mumbai.
Author’s summary: India gained a strong start in the 2025 Women's World Cup final, powered by Shafali Verma's long-awaited fifty and a vital 104-run opening stand with Smriti Mandhana.
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