The year 2025 proved to be a turning point in women’s cricket, with India at the helm with outstanding achievements in the form of conquests in all levels. The achievements broke records and made dreams come true.
India Women’s ODI World Cup Victory
The climax took place on November 2, held at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Stadium, Navi Mumbai, with the Indian team making history, winning their first ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs, with home supporters witnessing the incredible moment. This win closed the painful chapter for the Indian women’s cricket team that experienced heartbreak during the finals held in 2005 and 2017. That magical night will be etched in golden letters in women’s cricket history, as the achievement, maiden World Cup on home soil stands as a monumental milestone.
India Blind Women’s T20 World Cup Victory
Soon afterwards, Colombo was treated to another Indian miracle as the Blind Women’s side won the first ever Blind Women’s T20 World Cup, thrashing Nepal by seven wickets at P. Sara Oval. The Indians batted second; and their bowlers were also determined as they built pressure on Nepal’s batting order, forcing them to settle for 114/5. India chased a total of 115 in just 12.1 overs, their top order doing a mix of accumulating runs and hitting boundaries. This triumph has highlighted the hard work put in by the visually impaired players, staff, and officials, pushing the cause for blind cricket in the limelight, proving that nothing can surpass the power of determination.
Tazmin Brits’ Record 5 Centuries in a Calendar Year
Tazmin Brits, the South African opener, reinforced her position among the elite in Women’s ODIs in 2025, becoming the first-ever batter to hit five centuries in a calendar year by being consistent, versatile, and decisive in crucial knocks. Her start of the campaign saw her hit 109 off 107 balls against India in Colombo. Next came against the West Indies, she hit 101 off 91 balls in the third ODI to inspire her team to win. Maintaining consistency in ODIs and hit another ton while batting unbeaten on 101 off 121 balls against Pakistan in Lahore. The performance got legendary status immediately as Brits hit 171* off 141 balls In the second ODI against Pakistan again in Lahore. Brits finished the year on October 6 in the Women’s ODI World Cup being held in India, Brits hit 101 off 89 balls in the match and won the Player of the Match in a crucial match for her team.
Alana King’s 7-Fer Makes World Cup History
Australia’s Alana King etched her name into cricketing immortality with a spell that stands as the best bowling performance in Women’s World Cup history, claiming 7 wickets for just 18 runs off her opening seven overs including two maidens at an astonishing economy of 2.57 against South Africa in a 2025 World Cup clash that will be remembered for generations. Bowling in the proper line and length that destroyed Proteas batting lineup bundling them out on 97. Chasing the target, Australia reached the line 16.5 overs, but the spotlight remained firmly on King’s historic haul a testament to her skill, composure under pressure, and ability to single handedly alter the game’s destiny propelling Australia toward glory while redefining what a leg spinner can achieve on the biggest stage.
Jemimah Rodrigues’ 127* Headlines Record ODI Chase
In a stunning display of poise and talent, India pulled off one of the most daring chases in women’s ODI history, holding their nerve to overcome defending champions Australia by five wickets in a thrilling semifinal contest of the 2025 Women’s World Cup, chasing a mammoth score of 338 in only 48.3 overs amidst a packed crowd eager with anticipation. Defending champions and first to bat, Australia, with their group stage record of successfully chasing down a target of 331 against India on October 12, posted 338 for India to chase in the semifinals, but this was dwarfed by India’s daring display, with Jemimah Rodrigues fearless batting, holding her nerves and displaying one of her best knock of 127 off 134 deliveries, with runs flowing freely in the death overs, this history shaping performance not only shattering Australia’s record but also helping India score their win.
2025 will be remembered as a golden chapter in the history of women’s cricket, full of moments that left people speechless, with unmatched player skills, barriers broken, and lifetime dreams coming true on the biggest stages. It was raw talent complemented by tactical brilliance and unyielding spirit, where near misses learning their lessons developed into mastery, inspiring audiences around the world and fueling aspirations among the next generation to dream big, push harder, and redefine what is possible in this great sport.
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