India Lifts maiden ICC women’s ODI World Cup: reactions, and commentary highlights

India has been able to clinch the Maiden Women’s World Cup title with a 52 run win over South Africa. After being sent in to bat first, India was able to raise the bar with a score of 298/7, and despite a valiant century from South Africa’s captain, Laura Wolvaardt, South Africa were bowled out for 246.

After being sent in to bat, India posted 298/7, led by strong contributions from Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, and Deepti Sharma, who added a quickfire half-century.

Chasing 299, South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt fought valiantly with a brilliant century, but found little support at the other end. Inspired bowling from Shafali Verma and a match-winning five-wicket haul by Deepti Sharma crushed South Africa’s hopes, dismissing them for 246.

The victory sparked raucous celebrations as India lifted their maiden World Cup crown, fulfilling a long-cherished dream for the players and fans alike.

ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Win highlights

09:46 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Win- Amitabh Bacchan's Heartfelt congratulations to team India for their win in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup

T 5552 - जीत गये !!! 🇮🇳🇮🇳 India Women Cricket .. WORLD CHAMPIONS !!So much pride you have brought for us all .. CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS !!!!💃🏻💃🏻🕺👏💪

— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) November 3, 2025

09:32 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Win- JD(U) national spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad says-"Women Cricketers have made Maa Bharati proud. This is a result of years of hard work

#watch | On Team India lifting their maiden Women's World Cup Trophy, JD(U) national spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad says, "Women Cricketers have made Maa Bharati proud. This is a result of years of hard work. The Women Cricketers registered this brilliant victory for India for… pic.twitter.com/JSu7C555g1

— ANI (@ANI) November 3, 2025

08:36 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Satya Nadella Congratulates Team India says - Women in Blue = World Champions! 🏆

Women in Blue = World Champions! 🏆🇮🇳Respect to 🇿🇦 South Africa for making their first-ever final 👏A truly historic day for women’s cricket—new chapters written, barriers broken, legends born.

— Satya Nadella (@satyanadella) November 2, 2025

08:35 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Win- Sundar Pichai Congratulates Team India - Says this win will inspire generations

That was a nail biting women's world cup cricket final, memories of 1983 and 2011 indeed. Congrats to team India, am sure will inspire a whole generation. Great tournament from South Africa too!— Sundar Pichai (@sundarpichai) November 2, 2025

08:26 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Win- Live reactions - Kiara Advani congratulates the team in blue says - what an incredible moment

08:25 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Anushka Shrama congratulates Team India for their Win syas - Such a momentous achievement

08:23 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Shraddha Kapoor congratulates Womens Team India - Says Thank You!

08:20 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Priyanka Chopra congratulates Team India, says - I grew up watching the heroes in blue… tonight, they all look like her.

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08:17 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Actor Ajay Devgn congratulates Team India , says - A night we’ll never forget. Thank you, champions 💙

A night we’ll never forget. Thank you, champions 💙 This team has shown the world what true grit and belief can do! 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/3Qj8SyTCOo

— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) November 2, 2025

08:15 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Congress MP and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi congratulates Womens team India for their win

Congress MP and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi tweets, "What a moment of pride! Our Women in Blue have made history and touched a billion hearts. Your courage, grit, and grace have brought glory to India and inspired countless young girls to dream fearlessly. You didn’t just lift a… pic.twitter.com/qTtELlcDgF

— ANI (@ANI) November 2, 2025

08:13 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

ICC Chairman Jay Shah handed over the ICC Women's World Cup trophy to India captain Harmanpreet Kaur

Mumbai | ICC Chairman Jay Shah handed over the ICC Women's World Cup trophy to India captain Harmanpreet Kaur after India's maiden Women's World Cup victory.Picture Source: ANI Picture Service pic.twitter.com/XF3QAWymLe

— ANI (@ANI) November 3, 2025

08:12 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Last month, ICC Chairman Jay Shah increased women's prize money by 300%. Earlier, the prize money was $3.88 million

#watch | Mumbai | As Indian Women's Cricket Team lifted their maiden World Cup trophy, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said, "... Last month, ICC Chairman Jay Shah increased women's prize money by 300%. Earlier, the prize money was $3.88 million, and now it has been increased to… pic.twitter.com/zVFIp6KGIZ

— ANI (@ANI) November 3, 2025

08:11 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Fireworks light up the sky at the hotel near DY Patil Stadium where Indian team has been staying

#watch | Mumbai, Maharashtra | Fireworks light up the sky at the hotel near DY Patil Stadium, where the Indian Women's team has been staying, as India defeat South Africa ICC Women's World Cup Final by 52 runs pic.twitter.com/93wLukqj6Q— ANI (@ANI) November 2, 2025

08:07 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Live reactions and updates:Inspiration for generations to come Virat Kohli's profound message for the Womens Indian team after their valiant win

Inspiration for generations to come, you’ve made every Indian proud with your fearless cricket and belief throughout. You guys deserve all the accolades and enjoy the moment to the fullest. Well done Harman and the team. Jai Hind 🇮🇳🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/f9J34QIMuP

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) November 2, 2025

08:05 (IST) 3 Nov 2025

Live reactions and updates: Prime Minister Modi congratulates womens Cricket team after their win in the World cup 2025 Finals

A spectacular win by the Indian team in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Finals. Their performance in the final was marked by great skill and confidence. The team showed exceptional teamwork and tenacity throughout the tournament. Congratulations to our players. This…— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 2, 2025