Amanjot Kaur Shines as India Clinches Maiden ICC Women's World Cup Title

In a thrilling ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final, India emerged victorious against South Africa, marking their first title win. Amanjot Kaur's outstanding fielding, including a crucial run-out and a stunning catch, earned her the best fielder award. Shafali Sharma and Deepti Sharma delivered remarkable all-round performances, contributing significantly to India's total of 298 runs. Despite a valiant effort from South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, Deepti's bowling spell sealed the match, leading India to a historic 52-run victory. This win fulfills India's long-standing dream of World Cup glory.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 3, 2025, 21:33 IST

India's Historic Victory in Women's World Cup 2025

In a remarkable display of skill, Amanjot Kaur was awarded the best fielder of the match medal during the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final held in Navi Mumbai against South Africa. Kaur's pivotal moment came when she executed a run-out of South African opener Tazmin Brits, shifting the momentum in India's favor. Additionally, she made a spectacular catch of Laura Wolvaardt, the Proteas' captain and top run-scorer of the tournament, which ultimately secured India's victory. After enduring disappointments in the finals of 2005 and 2017, India triumphed over South Africa by 52 runs, fulfilling their long-held dream of winning the ICC Women's World Cup. Shafali Sharma (87 runs and 2 wickets for 36 runs) and Deepti Sharma (58 runs and 5 wickets for 39 runs) delivered outstanding all-round performances that will inspire future generations of cricketers.

Amanjot Kaur's Impressive Tournament Performance

Throughout the Women's World Cup, Kaur showcased her talent, finishing with six wickets across seven matches, averaging 45.66. With the bat, she scored 146 runs in seven innings, averaging 36.50, and achieved a top score of 57.

India's Strong Batting Performance

In the final match, South Africa won the toss and chose to bowl first. India began with a solid century partnership between Smriti Mandhana (45 runs off 58 balls, including eight fours) and Shafali Verma, followed by a 62-run partnership between Shafali (87 runs off 78 balls, with seven fours and two sixes) and Jemimah Rodrigues (24 runs off 37 balls, with one four). India established a strong position at 166 for 2. A partnership of 52 runs between captain Harmanpreet Kaur (20 runs off 29 balls, with two fours) and Deepti Sharma pushed India past the 200-run mark. A late surge from Deepti (58 runs off 58 balls, with three fours and one six) and Richa Ghosh (34 runs off 24 balls, with three fours and two sixes) propelled India to a total of 298 for 7 in their allotted 50 overs. Ayabonga Khaka was the standout bowler for South Africa, taking 3 wickets for 58 runs.

Dominant Bowling Performance Seals the Win

In response, South Africa started their chase with a 50-run partnership, but Tazmin Brits (23 runs off 35 balls, with two fours and one six) was the first to fall. Despite Laura Wolvaardt's strong performance, Shafali Verma (2 wickets for 36 runs) and Shree Charani's bowling reduced South Africa to 148 for 5. Wolvaardt formed a 61-run partnership for the sixth wicket with Annerie Dercksen (37 runs off 35 balls, with one four and two sixes), which briefly applied pressure on India. Wolvaardt (101 runs off 98 balls, with 11 fours and one six) continued her excellent form, having scored 169 against England in the semifinal. However, Deepti Sharma's crucial bowling spell dismantled the set batters, leaving South Africa struggling at 221 for 8. Deepti became the first Indian woman to take four wickets in a World Cup final, finishing with figures of 5 for 39, leading India to a historic victory by bowling out South Africa for 246 runs.