India Women produced a commanding batting display in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final, posting one of the highest totals ever recorded in a tournament decider. The conditions early on were ideal for batting, and India took full advantage, though South Africa’s bowlers managed to pull things back well after a shaky start. Spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba played a crucial role in the middle overs, revealing later that slowing her pace and sticking to a stump-to-stump line helped her adjust effectively to the surface.
India’s innings was built on a solid foundation from their openers, who shared an impressive 104-run stand. Shafali Verma was the standout performer with a fluent 87 off 78 balls, hitting seven fours and two sixes. Smriti Mandhana supported well with 45, while Jemimah Rodrigues and captain Harmanpreet Kaur made valuable contributions before falling just as they looked set. Despite a few missed chances, the Proteas bowlers displayed strong discipline later in the innings, preventing India from breaching the 300-run mark.
Marizanne Kapp and Ayabonga Khaka found their rhythm in the latter half, adjusting well even as early overs lacked control and movement. Despite being under covers for more than three hours due to rain, the pitch remained true and offered little assistance for the bowlers.
Now, South Africa faces a challenging chase under the lights. With dew expected to play a part and their unbeaten chasing record intact, the Proteas will look to script a memorable finish and claim their maiden World Cup title.
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| ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final: India-W vs South Africa-W broadcast details | ||
| Territory/Region | TV Broadcaster(s) | Digital Platform(s) |
| India | Star Sports (via JioStar distribution) | JioHotstar |
| Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, Bhutan | JioStar partners (Star Sports India feed) | JioHotstar |
| Sri Lanka | Maharaja TV (TV1) | www.sirasatv.lk, ICC.tv |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event | Sky Go |
| Australia | Prime Video | Prime Video |
| New Zealand | Sky TV | Sky Go |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV app |
| Caribbean, S. America | ESPN | Disney+ |
| Bangladesh | TSM (T-Sports, Toffee) | Toffee |
| Pakistan | PTV, TEN Sports | Myco, Tamasha |
| Middle East & N. Africa | Criclife channel (Starzplay, linear TV) | Starzplay |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport app |
| Pacific Islands | PNG Digicel | Digicel Play |
| Singapore | StarHub | StarHub TV+ |
| Malaysia, Hong Kong | Astro Cricket | Astro Go |
| Afghanistan, Others | ICC TV host broadcast world feed (Jiostar global dist.) | ICC.tv |
When will the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final take place between India and South Africa?
India will go toe-to-toe with South Africa in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final on Sunday, November 2.
What will be the venue for the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final match between India and South Africa on November 2?
The final match between India and South Africa will take place at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.
What time will the toss take place for the India vs South Africa ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final match?
The toss for the India vs South Africa ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final match will take place at 2:30 PM IST.
What time will the first ball of the India vs South Africa ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final match be bowled?
The India vs South Africa match in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final will begin at 3 PM IST.
Where to watch the live telecast of India vs South Africa ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final match in India?
The live telecast of India vs South Africa ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final match will be available on Star Sports Network in India.
Where to watch the live streaming of the India vs South Africa ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final match in India?
The live streaming of the India vs South Africa ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final match will be available on the JioHotstar app and website in India.

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