The stage is set for a historic finale as India face South Africa ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Final On 2nd November at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. With both sides eyeing their maiden World Cup title, fans can expect an exciting encounter that will crown a new champion in women’s cricket.
India aims to end the last hooliganism
India will be playing in their third Women’s World Cup final, having finished runners-up in 2005 and 2017. The team is heading into the summit clash with confidence after a spectacular semi-final win over Australia, where they Chased record 339 runs,
Right-handed batsman Jemimah Rodrigues played an unbeaten inning of 127 runs with the help of captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s 89 runs. Smriti Mandhana has also been performing consistently throughout the tournament, while Deepti Sharma, one of the leading wicket-takers, leads the bowling attack with her accuracy and control.
South Africa wants a historic victory
For South Africa, this is their first Women’s ODI World Cup final – a monumental achievement for the Proteas. Under the leadership of Laura WolvaardtThe team has shown remarkable resilience after initial setbacks. Wolvaardt has been in great form, scoring 470 runs at an average of 67, making her one of the best performers in the tournament.
All-rounder Marijne Kapp played an equally important role, taking a decisive five-wicket haul in the semi-final against England, which sealed South Africa’s place in the final.
IND vs SA, Women’s ODI World Cup Final: Match Details
- Date and time: November 2; 03:00 PM IST/ 09:30 AM GMT
- Location: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
India vs South Africa, head-to-head record in ODI
Matches played: 34 | India won: 20 South Africa won: 13 | No results: 1
DY Patil Sports Academy Pitch Report
The pitch report from DY Patil Sports Academy indicates a surface that is quite suited for batting, offering consistent bounce and genuine pace that allows stroke-makers to play their shots with confidence. The wicket generally rewards timing and placement, making it ideal for aggressive batting once players have settled in. Historically, many high-scoring encounters have taken place at this venue, with the team batting first often having a clear advantage – a trend that makes the toss an important strategic factor in determining the outcome of a match.
Although fast bowlers may get some initial support from the pitch, especially with the new ball under lights, the support quickly disappears once the surface becomes flat. On the other hand, the spinners are expected to be influential as the innings progresses, using dry patches and slower bounce to trouble the batsmen during the middle overs. Overall, teams will aim to take advantage of the batting-friendly conditions early on, while the bowlers will have to rely on smart variations and disciplined lines to find success on this balanced but batsman-friendly surface.
squads
India: Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wicketkeeper), Amanjot Kaur, Radha Yadav, Kranti Gaur, Sri Charani, Renuka Singh Thakur, Sneh Rana, Harleen Deol, Arundhati Reddy, Uma Chhetri.
South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Annery Derksen, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Masabata Klaas, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nondumiso Shangase, Karabo Meso.
Also read: ICC unveils list of match officials for India vs South Africa Women’s World Cup 2025 final
IND vs SA, Women’s World Cup 2025: Today’s match prediction
Case 1:
India women won the toss and bowled first
South Africa Women Powerplay Score: 60-70
South Africa Women’s total score: 270-280
Case 2:
South Africa Women won the toss and bowled first
India Women Powerplay Score: 65-75
India Women’s total score: 300-310
Match Result: The team bowling first won the match.
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