Cricket fans are in for a blockbuster showdown as India take on South Africa in the Women’s World Cup 2025 Final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.
Harmanpreet Kaur’s team will look to end India’s long wait for a world title, while Laura Wolvaardt-led South Africa aim to script history with their maiden triumph.
Here’s all you need to know about the match date, time, venue, squads, playing XI, pitch report, and other key details ahead of the grand finale.
India vs South Africa Squads
India Women’s Squad: Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (w), Amanjot Kaur, Radha Yadav, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani, Renuka Singh Thakur, Sneh Rana, Harleen Deol, Arundhati Reddy, Uma Chetry
South Africa Women’s Squad: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Sinalo Jafta (w), Annerie Dercksen, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Masabata Klaas, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nondumiso Shangase, Karabo Meso
Predicted Playing XIs
India predicted XI: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Amanjot Kaur, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Sneh Rana/Radha Yadav, Kranti Gaud, Sree Charani, Renuka Thakur
South Africa predicted XI: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Anneke Bosch/Masabata Klaas, Annerie Dercksen, Marizanne Kapp, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba
Pitch Report
The DY Patil surface traditionally offers bounce and carry for pacers early on but tends to ease out under lights, making stroke play easier. Spinners could come into play in the middle overs, and a total around 250+ may prove competitive in a high-pressure final. Dew in the evening could make chasing slightly easier.
Head-to-Head Record
India lead 20-13 in 34 ODIs (1 no result). The World Cup record stands at 3-all, with South Africa winning all three of their recent encounters dating back to 2017. Since the start of the IWC 2022–25 cycle, India lead 5-1, with their only loss coming earlier in this tournament.
Weather Report
According to forecasts, there is a 63% chance of rain on Sunday, with the probability rising to over 50% between 4 PM and 7 PM, accompanied by around 62% cloud cover. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Maharashtra, warning of light to moderate rainfall and possible thunderstorms across Mumbai and nearby areas.
India vs South Africa livestreaming details
When will the India vs South Africa, Women’s World Cup 2025 final take place?The India vs South Africa, Women’s World Cup 2025 final will be played on November 2, 2025 (Sunday) in Navi Mumbai.
What time will the India vs South Africa, Women’s World Cup 2025 final start?The India vs South Africa, Women’s World Cup 2025 final will begin at 3 PM IST.
How to watch the India vs South Africa, Women’s World Cup 2025 final?The India vs South Africa, Women’s World Cup 2025 final will be telecast on the Star Sports Network and streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website.
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