Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025: India Wins Maiden Title

India had never won the Women’s Cricket World Cup before 2025—twice finishing runners-up in 2005 and 2017. That wait ended at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on 2 November when India defeated South Africa by 52 runs to claim their maiden title, sparked by Shafali Verma’s aggressive 87 and Deepti Sharma’s match-winning 5/39.

Format: 50-over ODI · Most Wins: Australia (7) · Next Edition: 2029 · India Wins: 1 · Editions Held: 13

The table below consolidates the essential details of India’s historic triumph and the tournament’s key metrics.

How many Women’s World Cups has India won?

India had never won the Women’s Cricket World Cup before 2025. The team finished runners-up twice—in 2005 and 2017—coming agonizingly close on both occasions but falling short at the final hurdle. That changed on 2 November 2025 when India defeated South Africa by 52 runs at DY Patil Stadium to claim their maiden title, ending a 52-year history of near-misses and heartbreak.

India’s performances across editions

India’s journey to their first World Cup title involved consistent improvements across tournaments. The team qualified as host on 26 July 2022, securing their place in the 2025 edition. Throughout the tournament, India showed resilience, defeating Australia in a group stage thriller before eliminating the seven-time champions in the semi-final.

In the group stage, India accumulated 7 points from their matches, finishing fourth overall. Their standout performances included a 59-run DLS victory over Sri Lanka on 30 September 2025 at Guwahati, where India posted 269/8 in 47 overs. They also pushed Australia close in a high-scoring encounter on 12 October at Visakhapatnam, though Australia edged home by one wicket.

Who has won the most Women’s World Cups?

Australia remains the dominant force in women’s one-day cricket, having won the tournament seven times before the 2025 edition. Their victories came in 1982, 1986, 1988, 1997, 2013, and 2022, establishing them as the most successful team in the competition’s history. However, their streak ended when India defeated them in the 2025 semi-final.

Full winners list by team

The Women’s Cricket World Cup winners since 1973 reflect the evolution of the sport. England won the inaugural edition in 1973, while Australia built their dynasty beginning in 1982. Other winners include New Zealand (1982) and the West Indies (2005).

• Australia – 7 titles
• England – 4 titles
• Other nations – 3 combined titles

India’s 2025 victory marks the first time a team other than Australia or England has won the tournament since 2005. This shift could signal a more competitive landscape for women’s cricket moving forward.

Where will the ICC Women’s World Cup final be held?

The 2025 final took place at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, marking the second World Cup final hosted in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Previously, the 2013 final was held at Lord’s, but the 2025 edition brought the championship match back to Indian soil. India hosted their fourth Women’s World Cup in 2025, following tournaments in 1978, 1997, and 2013.

2025 final venue details

The DY Patil Stadium proved a fitting stage for India’s historic victory. With a capacity exceeding 40,000, the venue created an electric atmosphere as India chased down South Africa’s target. The stadium’s modern facilities and passionate crowd contributed to what many called one of the most memorable finals in women’s cricket history.

Tournament venues included Guwahati, Indore, Visakhapatnam, and Navi Mumbai in India, with some matches also held in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Women’s Cricket World Cup schedule

The 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup ran from 30 September to 2 November 2025. The tournament featured eight teams competing in a group stage format before the semi-finals and final. All matches were broadcast live through official ICC platforms and regional broadcasters.

2025 match fixtures

The group stage produced several standout results. Australia topped the standings with 13 points from 6 wins, while England finished with 11 points. South Africa accumulated 10 points, and India secured 7 points to advance as the fourth-placed team. Notably, India finished below South Africa in the points table yet defeated them comprehensively in the final.

• 30 September 2025: India beat Sri Lanka by 59 runs (DLS) at Guwahati
• 1 October 2025: Australia beat New Zealand by 89 runs at Indore
• 3 October 2025: England beat South Africa by 10 wickets at Guwahati
• 29 October 2025: South Africa beat England by 125 runs (Semi-final 1)
• 30 October 2025: India beat Australia by 5 wickets (Semi-final 2)
• 2 November 2025: India beat South Africa by 52 runs (Final)

Live scores access

Official match scores and live updates were available through the ICC website and ESPN’s cricket portal. Fans could follow individual match statistics, ball-by-ball commentary, and updated points tables throughout the tournament.

Where is the women’s T20 World Cup 2026?

While the 2025 edition marked the last 50-over Women’s Cricket World Cup in its traditional format, attention has already shifted to the next major tournament. The Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is scheduled to take place in India, continuing the subcontinent’s prominence in hosting major cricket events. Australia and South Africa will likely remain strong contenders based on their 2025 performances.

Host and format details

India will host the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup, building on their success as 2025 ODI hosts. The T20 format favours aggressive batting, which could benefit players like Shafali Verma who showcased her power-hitting abilities throughout the 2025 tournament. South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt, who scored a century in the 2025 final, will also be a key player to watch in the shorter format.