India women ended their ICC trophy hoodoo as they defeated South Africa in the final of the ODI World Cup 2025 to clinch their maiden silverware. The final between the two teams has set new milestones and smashed viewership records.

Cricket's world governing body has held encouraging talks with India's cricket board (BCCI) over visa and tax arrangements as the country prepares to host the Twenty20 World Cup in October, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Thursday.

Shafali Verma was the Player of the Match in the final as she returned with a knock of 87 runs and then scalped two wickets. Deepti Sharma also scalped five wickets, and she was finally adjudged as Player of the Tournament.

Sachin Tendulkar's call inspired Harmanpreet Kaur before India's Women's World Cup 2025 final. His advice helped her stay composed as India beat South Africa to claim their maiden title, with Harmanpreet leading through key knocks and smart tactics.

For India, Jemimah Rodrigues has been the standout performer, with 268 runs in the tournament, including a match-winning 127 in the semifinals against Australia.