NEW DELHI: India’s historic triumph at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 in Navi Mumbai wasn’t just about the glory of lifting the trophy — it was also about the grace and empathy that followed. Moments after sealing their maiden world title with a 52-run win over South Africa, Harmanpreet Kaur ’s team won hearts all over again with their sportsmanship, consoling their teary-eyed opponents in scenes that defined the true spirit of the game.
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Led by brilliant all-round performances from Deepti Sharma (5/39) and Shafali Verma (87 off 78), India clinched their first-ever World Cup title at a packed DY Patil Stadium. The South Africans, chasing 299, were bowled out for 246, with skipper Laura Wolvaardt ’s valiant 101 keeping them in the fight till the very end.
But as soon as Sharma claimed the final wicket, emotion overwhelmed both teams — joy and relief on one side, heartbreak and disbelief on the other. A video shared by the ICC captured touching post-match moments that resonated far beyond the scoreboard.
WATCH: Plenty of respect between two teams
A visibly emotional Marizanne Kapp, playing in her fifth ODI World Cup, broke down after the defeat, only to be comforted by Jemimah Rodrigues and Radha Yadav, who wrapped her in a warm embrace. The gesture carried added meaning — the three are teammates at Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League, bound by friendship beyond national lines.
Elsewhere, Smriti Mandhana was seen sharing a quiet moment with Laura Wolvaardt, the South African captain who finished as the tournament’s leading run-getter. Both star openers, admired for their consistency and class, exchanged words of respect — a symbol of mutual admiration between two of the world’s finest batters.
Nadine de Klerk, South Africa’s standout performer across the tournament, was also spotted in conversation with Rodrigues, who offered words of encouragement to the talented all-rounder.
Even amid celebration, India’s players took time to share the pain of their opponents — a poignant reminder that while trophies define success, compassion defines greatness.
Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel.
Led by brilliant all-round performances from Deepti Sharma (5/39) and Shafali Verma (87 off 78), India clinched their first-ever World Cup title at a packed DY Patil Stadium. The South Africans, chasing 299, were bowled out for 246, with skipper Laura Wolvaardt ’s valiant 101 keeping them in the fight till the very end.
But as soon as Sharma claimed the final wicket, emotion overwhelmed both teams — joy and relief on one side, heartbreak and disbelief on the other. A video shared by the ICC captured touching post-match moments that resonated far beyond the scoreboard.
WATCH: Plenty of respect between two teams
A visibly emotional Marizanne Kapp, playing in her fifth ODI World Cup, broke down after the defeat, only to be comforted by Jemimah Rodrigues and Radha Yadav, who wrapped her in a warm embrace. The gesture carried added meaning — the three are teammates at Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League, bound by friendship beyond national lines.
Elsewhere, Smriti Mandhana was seen sharing a quiet moment with Laura Wolvaardt, the South African captain who finished as the tournament’s leading run-getter. Both star openers, admired for their consistency and class, exchanged words of respect — a symbol of mutual admiration between two of the world’s finest batters.
Nadine de Klerk, South Africa’s standout performer across the tournament, was also spotted in conversation with Rodrigues, who offered words of encouragement to the talented all-rounder.
Even amid celebration, India’s players took time to share the pain of their opponents — a poignant reminder that while trophies define success, compassion defines greatness.
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