The Indian women’s cricket team became the toast of the nation following their historic triumph at the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup. With a commanding 52-run victory over South Africa in the final at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium, India not only ended its long wait for an ICC title but also lifted its first-ever Women’s World Cup trophy.

BCCI rewarded the Indian women’s cricket team with Rs 51 crore after rumours of equal pay to match the award the men’s team were handed out after their T20 World Cup triumph. The entire squad, including players and support staff, was rewarded with a substantial Rs 125 crore for their performance in the men’s T20 World Cup, where they defeated South Africa in the final.

Another point to be notes is when the Indian women’s team lost the 2017 World Cup final

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