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Delhi: The final match of the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 will be played today between India and South Africa. The Indian team led by Harmanpreet Kaur had created history by defeating a legendary team like Australia in the semi-finals. At the same time, South Africa has easily defeated England and made it to the finals. In such a situation, today’s match is expected to be very exciting.

Rain became the villain in the title match

Even before the start of the badminton match played at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, rain disrupted the coin toss, due to which the coin could not be tossed as per the scheduled time. However, at one time the rain had stopped in Navi Mumbai. According to reports, the toss was to be held at 3 pm, while the first ball of the match was to be bowled at 3:30 pm, but rain came again and changed the expectations of the fans. Now the toss will be delayed.

India’s historic performance in the semi-finals

The Indian team defeated seven-time champion Australia in the semi-finals by chasing the biggest run in the history of ODI cricket. In this victory, Jemimah Rodrigues played an important role in taking the team to the final by playing a century. Along with him, Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana also made excellent contributions.

South Africa’s powerful journey

The South African team had defeated England in a one-sided manner in the semi-finals. Under the captaincy of Laura Wolvaardt, the Proteas team seems to be in excellent form. His balance in both batting and bowling departments is excellent.

India vs South Africa: Head to Head Record

So far, a total of 34 matches have been played between the two teams in the ODI format. Of these, India has won 20 matches, while South Africa has won 13 times. One match remained inconclusive. This record shows that the Indian team has historically had the upper hand.

Probable playing XI of both the teams

India: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Amanjot Kaur, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wicketkeeper), Radha Yadav, Kranti Gaur, Shri Charani, Renuka Singh Thakur.

• South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Tazmin Brits, Annie Bosch, Sune Loos, Marijne Kapp, Sinalo Jafta (wicketkeeper), Annery Derksen, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Ayabanga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba.

Where to watch the match live

This title clash between India and South Africa will be telecast live on Star Sports Network. Apart from this, live streaming of the match will be available on JioHostar.

Today’s final match will not only decide the winner of the World Cup, but will also tell which team can prove itself best under pressure.