India, Nov. 3 -- No one gave India a chance of winning the Women's World Cup 2025, especially after the hosts lost three consecutive games to South Africa, Australia, and England in the league stage. However, Harmanpreet Kaur's side showed nerves of steel as the side bounced back from a precarious position to lift their maiden ICC title. November 2, 2025, has been etched as a red-letter day in the history of Indian sport as the women's team defeated South Africa in the summit clash of the eight-team tournament at the Dr DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

India outclassed the Proteas by 52 runs in front of a sold-out stadium, and the celebrations knew no bounds. There were tears on offer as Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet failed to control ...