Published on : 03 Nov 2025, 7:15 am 2 min read

Lucknow found a new reason to illuminate the night sky as the Indian women's cricket team scripted a historic victory, defeating South Africa by 52 runs to lift the ICC Women's World Cup 2025.

The city, known for its Nawabi etiquette, erupted in raw, unbridled joy, refusing to let the late hour dampen its spirit.

India clinches maiden Women’s World Cup title after a nail-biting clash

India set a formidable total of 298 for 7 in the final, powered by an explosive 87 from Shafali Verma and a steady 58 from Deepti Sharma. In response, South Africa showed fight, led by captain Laura Wolvaardt’s valiant 101, but were ultimately dismissed for 246.

Deepti Sharma played a decisive all-round role, also claiming 5 wickets for 39 runs. Her p

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