The stage is set for a sensational finale as India and South Africa clash in the much-anticipated Women’s World Cup final. Two teams that have shown grit, consistency and flair throughout the tournament are now just a step away from glory. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur and Laura Wolvaardt, both sides earned their place in the summit clash through sheer resilience and tactical brilliance.
In India, the rise was about momentum and poise. Harmanpreet Kaur’s side peaked at the right time, finding contributions across the batting and bowling departments. Still, as the big day approaches, one big question looms: what will India’s final playing XI look like?
At the pre-match press conference, the Indian skipper played her cards close to her chest. “We’ll reveal it before the game – I don’t think I’m even allowed to say it. But whoever had the opportunity did their best. So that’s the biggest thing for us. Because whoever gets the opportunity, they perform at their best. So what could be a bigger thing for us than this?” Harmanpreet said at the pre-match press conferenceemphasizing the collective spirit and depth of the team.
Her words reflected a sense of quiet confidence — the sign of a team that trusts its bench as much as its starters. Throughout the tournament, India found the right balance between experience and youth, with players stepping up at key moments. From Smriti Mandhan’s elegance at the top to Richa Ghosh’s maturity behind the stumps, the Women in Blue have built a side that can handle the pressure.
across the alley South Africa reached the finaloverflowing with faith. Under the leadership of Laura Wolvaardt, the Protes have created a fearless identity. Their semi-final victory showcased their versatility, with Tazmin Brits and Marizanne Kapp providing the spark while their bowlers led by Ayabonga Khaka and Nonkululeko Mlaba kept things under pressure.
Both teams have more or less settled on their preferred combinations and given how emphatic they performed in their semi-final, major changes seem unlikely. Unless injury or conditions dictate otherwise, an unchanged XI seems a reasonable challenge.
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Yet the final often hinges on bold, unexpected decisions—the kind that separate the champions from the challengers. Whether it’s a tactical upgrade or a surprise inclusion, one call could very well define a night.
Women’s World Cup Final: Predicted XI
India Women: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Radha Yadav, Renuka Singh Thakur, Shree Charani, Kranti Goud
Women from South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Annerie Dercksen, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba
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Issued by:
Amar Panicker
Published on:
November 1, 2025
