ICC WOMEN'S ODI WORLD CUP 2025
The 13th edition of the Women’s Cricket World Cup was co‑hosted by India and Sri Lanka, running from 30 September to 2 November 2025 across venues including Navi Mumbai, Indore, Visakhapatnam, Guwahati and Colombo. Eight national teams competed in a round‑robin format followed by knockout rounds. The tournament opener saw India defeat Sri Lanka by 59 runs in Guwahati, with an all‑round show setting the tone. In a dramatic semi‑final, India chased down a world‑record target of 339 set by Australia Women’s Cricket Team, led by Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 127 — the highest successful chase in women’s ODI history. Meanwhile, South Africa Women’s Cricket Team reached their first 50‑over World Cup final after a dominant 125‑run semi‑final win over England Women’s Cricket Team, highlighted by captain Laura Wolvaardt’s 169 and a five‑wicket haul by Marizanne Kapp. As the tournament progressed, it showcased exceptional depth, tactics and rising popularity in women’s cricket worldwide. In the final, hosts India emerged victorious, defeating South Africa women's cricket team by 52 runs to win their first‑ever Women’s World Cup title. Stand‑out performances included Shafali Verma’s rapid 87 runs and two wickets, and Deepti Sharma’s tournament‑leading 22 wickets including a five‑wicket haul in the final, earning her Player of the Tournament. This landmark triumph for Indian women’s cricket was celebrated for its resilience, skill and historic significance.
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The 13th ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 was co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from 30 September to 2 November 2025, across venues in Navi Mumbai, Indore, Visakhapatnam, Guwahati, and Colombo. Eight teams competed in a round-robin and knockout format. India began with a win over Sri Lanka and reached the final after chasing a record 339 against Australia, led by Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 127. South Africa entered their first final by defeating England. In the final, India beat South Africa by 52 runs to claim their first Women’s World Cup title. Shafali Verma starred with 87 runs and two wickets, while Deepti Sharma, with 22 wickets and a five-wicket haul in the final, was named Player of the Tournament.
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