Indian Women's Cricket Team Secures Victory Against South Africa in ICC ODI Series

India, 25 December 2025 — The Indian women's cricket team achieved a remarkable victory against South Africa in the ongoing ICC Women's ODI series. The match, held in Cape Town on December 24, 2025, saw India triumph with a commanding performance, winning by seven wickets. This victory marked the Indian team's second win in the three-match series, securing an unassailable lead.
The Indian bowlers laid the foundation for the win by restricting South Africa to a modest total of 178 runs. Pacer Jhulan Goswami led the attack with a disciplined bowling performance, claiming three crucial wickets. Spinners Deepti Sharma and Poonam Yadav also contributed with two wickets each, ensuring South Africa was pegged back consistently.
In response, the Indian batting lineup chased down the target with ease, thanks to a solid partnership between opener Smriti Mandhana and captain Harmanpreet Kaur. Mandhana scored a fluent 85, while Kaur remained unbeaten on 70, guiding the team to victory in 35 overs.
The series win is significant as it boosts India's confidence ahead of the ICC Women's World Cup scheduled for next year. The team's performance reflects their growing stature in international cricket and underscores their potential as strong contenders in upcoming global tournaments.
The final ODI match of the series is scheduled to take place on December 27, 2025, where India will aim to complete a clean sweep.