Context:
India created history by winning its first ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final held at Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. The victory marks a major milestone in Indian women’s cricket, showcasing the rising strength of the sport in the country.
About ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup:
- Organizer: International Cricket Council (ICC)
- Format: One Day International (ODI), 50 overs per team
- Origin: First held in 1973 in England, organized by the International Women’s Cricket Council until 2005
About Tournament
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Host Nation | India and Sri Lanka |
| Venue (Final) | Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai |
| Winner | India (1st title) |
| Runner-up | South Africa |
| Margin of Victory | 52 runs |
| Player of the Match | Shafali Verma |
| Player of the Series | Deepti Sharma |
| Captain (India) | Harmanpreet Kaur |
| Captain (South Africa) | Laura Wolvaardt |
