The stage is set for a battle of ambition, skill and history. IndiaPlaying in their third World Cup final after previous defeats in 2005 and 2017, the side are determined to make home advantage count. Under the captaincy of Harmanpreet Kaur, the Indian team has shown remarkable resilience throughout the tournament. Key players like Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma and Jemimah Rodrigues have powered India’s campaign with match-winning performances, while left-arm spinner Sri Charani remains crucial in the bowling department.
On the other hand, South Africa Enter the final full of confidence after defeating England by 125 runs in the semi-finals. Captain Laura Wolvaardt has led from the front as both captain and batsman and will look to lead her team to its first world title. With experienced campaigners like Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka and Chloe Tryon, South Africa brings balance, firepower and confidence to the summit clash.
The final is expected to be a high-intensity contest, featuring the two most consistent teams of the tournament.
Sunidhi Chauhan will dazzle in the final of Women’s World Cup 2025
Adding to the spectacle, ICC has confirmed that one of India’s most famous playback singers, Sunidhi Chauhan, will lead the entertainment lineup of the World Cup final. Known for her powerful vocals and commanding stage presence, Chauhan will perform in the middle of the innings with a medley of her biggest Bollywood hits.
Their act will be accompanied by 60 professional dancers, a laser and drone show and fireworks choreographed by Sanjay Shetty, promising a visual extravaganza for fans in the stadium and around the world. Additionally, Sunidhi will perform the Indian national anthem before the match, while Cape Town’s Taryn Banks will sing the South African national anthem, symbolizing unity and sportsmanship on cricket’s grandest stage.
The closing ceremony will feature over 350 artistes with state-of-the-art lighting, choreography and live music, transforming the DY Patil Stadium into a celebration of colour, sound and celebration.
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details
- India: Star Sports, JioStar App and Website
- Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, Bhutan: Star Sports India (via JioStar distribution partners)
- Sri Lanka: Maharaja TV – TV1 Channel and Website (www.sirasatv.lk), ICC.tv App
- USA and Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV (Sign Up Here)
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event
- Afghanistan: icc.tv
- Australia: prime video
- Caribbean and South America: espnDisney+ app
- New Zealand: sky tv
- Bangladesh: TSM – T Sports and Toffee
- Middle East and North Africa: e&Criclife channel on Starzplay
- Sub-Saharan Africa: supersport
- Pakistan: PTV, Ten Sports, Mico and Tamasha App
- Pacific Islands (PNG): PNG Digicel
- Southeast Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong): StarHub (Singapore), Astro Cricket (Malaysia), ICC.tv (Hong Kong)
Also read: Women’s World Cup 2025: What if IND vs SA final in Navi Mumbai gets cancelled?
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