India etched its name in cricket history by clinching its maiden ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 title with a 52-run win over South Africa in a thrilling final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma help India to their first win at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup
The victory marked a monumental moment for Indian women’s cricket as the team became the first Asian side to win a world title across formats. India’s success was made possible by Shafali Verma’s explosive 87 and Deepti Sharma’s all-round brilliance – he scored a crucial 58 runs and took a stunning five-wicket haul (5/39). Despite the South African captain Laura Wolvaardt’s valiant centuryIndia’s bowlers sealed the victory by dismissing the Proteas for 246, sparking celebrations across the country.
BCCI rewards Team India with record amount
After the triumphant campaign, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a huge cash reward of ₹51 crore for the World Cup-winning team. The reward, apart from the ICC prize money, will be distributed among players, coaches, selectors and the support staff led by head coach Amol Muzumdar. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia praised the team’s remarkable performance and called it a defining moment for Indian cricket. He also acknowledged ICC Chairman Jay Shah’s efforts to take women’s cricket to the next level globally, noting the increased ICC prize pool for the Women’s World Cup.
“BCCI is elated and without touching any of the ICC kitty, BCCI itself, as a reward, is going to pay INR 51 crores to the Indian team. That amount will go to the players, selectors and the support staff led by Amol Muzumdar,” Saikia said during the announcement.
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A new era for women’s cricket in India
The ₹51 crore reward is a strong testament to BCCI’s commitment to strengthening women’s cricket and celebrating India’s sporting excellence. The recognition not only honors the extraordinary dedication of the players, but also sets a new benchmark for the future of women’s sports in the country. India’s World Cup victory and subsequent reward have sparked a renewed wave of enthusiasm for women’s cricket, inspiring young girls across the country to dream big. With increased investment, recognition and global success, Indian women’s cricket has firmly entered a new golden era – one defined by resilience, talent and an unyielding pursuit of excellence.
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This article was first published on WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.
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