India Women take on South Africa Women in the final of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the D Y Patil Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Toss: SA wins toss and ask India to bat first
Score: India 298/5 in 50 overs. SA need 299 runs to win the ICC Womens World Cup 2025!
This marks the first time in tournament history that neither Australia nor England features in the final, signaling a seismic shift in women’s cricket.
India’s Road to the Final
India’s journey has been nothing short of dramatic. After a rocky start and a campaign-threatening losing streak, the team bounced back with a record-breaking chase in the semifinal against defending champions Australia.
India vs South Africa Women’s World Cup Final 2025 – TV Channels & Live Streaming
A shot that leaves you going 😯😳🤯
We’re witnessing vintage #ShafaliVerma, delivering on the grandest stage, just when it matters the most! 👏🏻👍🏻
#CWC25 Final 👉 #INDvSA, LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/gGh9yFhTix pic.twitter.com/1mwc8WsLH9— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 2, 2025
TV Channels by Country
India: Watch the match live on Star Sports Network, including Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, and regional feeds.
South Africa: Live broadcast available on SuperSport, the official ICC broadcaster in South Africa.
Australia: Telecast on Fox Sports and Channel 7.
Positive intent and the first boundary of the final! 💥#ShafaliVerma charges down the track and smashes her very first ball through the covers for four! 😯👏🏻#CWC25 Final 👉 #INDvSA, LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/gGh9yFhTix pic.twitter.com/RndzmpZuJk
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 2, 2025
Live Streaming Platforms
India: Stream live on Disney+ Hotstar.
South Africa: Online streaming via SuperSport Digital.
Led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, India chased down the highest total in Women’s ODI history, thanks to Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 127.
33 days, 30 games & countless records later…
A historic final awaits where a new champion will be crowned! 🏆Less than 24 hours to go, are you cheering for the #WomenInBlue? 💙👇#CWC25 | #INDvSA Final SUN, 2 NOV, 2 PM on Star Sports Network & JioHotstar pic.twitter.com/OPQFb5FbyE
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 1, 2025
South Africa’s Grit and Glory
South Africa’s campaign has been equally inspiring. After being bowled out for just 69 in their opening match, they regrouped under coach Mandla Mashimbyi and captain Laura Wolvaardt, who scored a century in the semifinal against England.
Their resilience and tactical brilliance have earned them a maiden ODI World Cup final appearance.
A cover drive which had class written all over it! 😍🤩
Both #SmritiMandhana & #ShafaliVerma have stepped out with pure intent in this big finals! 🔥🇮🇳#CWC25 Final 👉 #INDvSA, LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/gGh9yFhTix pic.twitter.com/eqF1ldDl0i
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 2, 2025
Ind vs SA Head-to-Head
India leads the ODI head-to-head 20–13 in 34 matches.
World Cup record is tied at 3–3, with South Africa winning the last three encounters.
Smriti Mandhana is 52 runs away from 1000 World Cup runs.
Laura Wolvaardt needs 73 runs to enter the top three all-time scorers in Women’s World Cups.
Pitch Condition and Weather
The DY Patil pitch promises a high-scoring contest with short boundaries and a fast outfield.
However, rain clouds loom over Navi Mumbai, and covers were seen on the ground two hours before the toss. A reserve day is in place if needed.
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