The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 is set for a historic finish when India take on South Africa in the final on Sunday, November 2 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the much-anticipated clash that will decide the world champion now comes to the fore.
Tickets for the final were launched on BookMyShow on Saturday afternoon and sold out within minutes, reflecting the extraordinary excitement surrounding India’s first Women’s World Cup final on home soil.
Record demand for tickets
Huge crowds gathered outside the DY Patil Stadium, with several videos on social media showing long queues and fans chanting for tickets.
One user wrote on X (formerly Twitter): “Huge crowd gathers at Navi Mumbai stadium for tickets for India vs South Africa ODI World Cup final tomorrow.”
More shared visuals of fans waiting outside the venue writing:
“Extraordinary scenes outside the DY Patil Stadium a day before the final between India and South Africa.”
Fans online hailed the ticket rush as a landmark for women’s cricket in India.
“Breaking: ICC Women’s World Cup tickets sold out for the first time in history. Cricket madness in India like no other,” wrote one user.
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2025 finals: teams and schedule
The final will bring together two of the most consistent sides in the tournament — India, who defeated Australia in a thrilling semi-final, and South Africa, who secured their place after an emphatic win earlier in the week.
- Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025
- Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
- Time: 2:30 PM IST
- Match Start: 15:00 IST
Indian Women’s Team:
Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Deepti Sharma, Uma Chetry (wk), Amanjot Kaur, Radha Yadav, Shree Charani, Renuka Singh Thakur, Sneh Rana, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, Kranti Gaud
South Africa Women’s Team:
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Anerie Dercksen, Marzanne Kapp, Karabo (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadalumiso Shanuto, Note Shangase, Not thanks Khaka, Ababata Klaas, Anne Bosch, Timona Bosch, Timona Bosch, Timona Bosch, Timone Boschane
Live broadcasts and telecasts
Cricket fans can watch the final live on Star Sports Network, with live streaming available on Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema apps and websites.
Key details at a glance
Match: India Women Vs. Women of South Africa
- Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025
- Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
- Time: 2:30 PM IST
- Match Start: 15:00 IST
- Television: Star Sports Network
- Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar, JioCinema
Unprecedented excitement before the final
With a record attendance expected, tomorrow’s clash will be a defining moment for women’s cricket in India – on and off the field. The sold-out final underscores the growing popularity of the sport and the excitement of the home crowd to witness history unfolding in Navi Mumbai.
