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India vs South Africa Women’s World Cup 2025 Final: Date, Time, Squad, Venue Details

The stage is set for a thrilling showdown as India and South Africa face off in the Women’s World Cup 2025 Final at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium. With Harmanpreet Kaur’s squad in red-hot form after defeating Australia, all eyes are on whether India can claim their first-ever ODI World Cup title on home soil.

By Aakash Khuman 03:01 PM Nov 01, 2025 IST

IND vs SA, Women's World Cup Final: South Africa beat India in the league stage of the tournament. (ICC Media Zone)

India vs South Africa Women’s World Cup 2025 Final: Cricket fans around the globe are eagerly awaiting the Women’s World Cup 2025 Final, where India Women take on South Africa Women on November 2, 2025 (Sunday) at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. Both teams have displayed remarkable performances, but only one will lift the trophy and make history.

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India’s Road to the Final

After a sensational win over Australia, the Indian team led by Harmanpreet Kaur is brimming with confidence. Despite a previous league-stage defeat to the Proteas, Team India has shown immense character and adaptability throughout the tournament. The home crowd advantage and their in-form batting lineup could make a big difference in the final.

South Africa’s Historic Journey

For South Africa Women, this final marks a maiden appearance in the ODI World Cup final. Under Laura Wolvaardt’s captaincy, the team has shown discipline and balance, defeating top-ranked opponents with clinical precision. The Proteas will be hungry to create history and clinch their first-ever world title.

Predicted Playing XI

Here’s a look at the likely playing combinations for both sides:

India Predicted XI:

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Amanjot Kaur, Radha Yadav, Kranti Gaud, Sree Charani, Renuka Thakur

South Africa Predicted XI:

Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Annerie Dercksen, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba

When and Where to Watch

Cricket lovers can tune in to the Women’s World Cup 2025 Final live on Star Sports Network. The match will also be streamed live on JioHotstar’s app and website. The high-voltage final kicks off at 3 PM IST, promising an afternoon of top-notch cricketing action.

Pitch and Venue Insights

The DY Patil Stadium’s red-soil pitch is known to favor batters, with a hint of assistance for pacers early on. Reports suggest that the same strip used for the India vs New Zealand match — where India scored 340 — will host the final. Expect a high-scoring game if batters settle in early.

Full Team Squads

India Squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Renuka Singh Thakur, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani, Radha Yadav, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Uma Chetry, Shafali Verma

South Africa Squad: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Ayabonga Khaka, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Marizanne Kapp, Tazmin Brits, Sinalo Jafta, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Annerie Dercksen, Anneke Bosch, Masabata Klaas, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nondumiso Shangase

Battle for Glory

With both teams peaking at the right moment, the India vs South Africa Women’s World Cup 2025 Final promises an epic contest filled with grit, passion, and determination. Whether it’s India’s batting depth or South Africa’s bowling consistency the world will witness a final for the ages this Sunday.

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