Jhulan Goswami in tears as Indian team make former players lift trophy after historic win in World Cup 2025 final [Watch]

India’s triumph in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final against South Africa was a historic moment that brought tears of joy to legendary pacer Jhulan Goswami. The match, which took place at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, saw India putting up a strong batting performance after being put into bat first. Shafali Verma’s explosive 87 off 78 balls and Deepti Sharma’s composed 58 off 58 balls helped India post a challenging total of 298/7 in 50 overs.

In response, South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt fought bravely with a century but lacked support from the rest of the team as they were bowled out for 246 in 45.3 overs. Deepti Sharma was the star with the ball, claiming 5/39 to secure a 52-run victory for India and their first-ever World Cup title.

The post-match celebrations were even more emotional as the Women in Blue invited Jhulan Goswami to lift the trophy along with former captains Mithali Raj and Anjum Chopra. Shafali Verma was awarded the Player of the Match for her stellar performance, scoring 87 runs and taking two crucial wickets.

Deepti Sharma was named the Player of the Tournament for her exceptional all-round display throughout the tournament. She scored 215 runs at an average of 30.71 and a strike rate of 90.33, along with picking up 22 wickets, including a five-wicket haul in the final.

During the post-match presentation, Deepti Sharma expressed her disbelief at the dream-like victory and her individual accolade. She credited the team’s collective effort and the support of the fans for their success. Reflecting on the match, she highlighted the team’s calm approach and unity in the face of challenges.

India’s win in the 2025 World Cup final marked a significant milestone, ending their wait for glory after falling short in the 2005 and 2017 finals. Under Harmanpreet Kaur’s captaincy, the team displayed resilience and determination to clinch the coveted title.

The victory was a moment of immense pride for Indian cricket fans and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players. With this triumph, India’s women’s cricket team has etched their names in history and paved the way for a new era of success in the sport.