Harmanpreet's catch to Devine’s farewell: Iconic moments from Women’s World Cup

Harmanpreet's Catch to Devine’s Farewell: Iconic Moments from Women’s World Cup

The 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup dazzled fans both on and off the field, uniting thrilling performances with record-breaking support worldwide. India claimed its first-ever title, triumphing over South Africa in the final held at the Dr DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

Record-Breaking Start

The tournament opened with a historic clash between India and Sri Lanka in Guwahati, attracting 22,843 spectators — the largest crowd ever for a Women’s World Cup group match. The excitement translated into unprecedented viewership across platforms.

Over 60 million viewers watched the first 13 matches, five times higher than in 2022.
Total watch-time reached 7 billion minutes, a twelve-fold increase from the previous edition.

India vs Pakistan Sets New Benchmark

The marquee match between India and Pakistan on October 5 became a global viewing phenomenon, drawing 28.4 million viewers and 1.87 billion minutes of watch-time — the most-watched women’s international cricket game in history.

Digital Milestones

On October 12, the India vs Australia encounter achieved a record 4.8 million concurrent viewers online, setting a new high for women’s cricket streaming audiences.

Defining Moments

Harmanpreet Kaur's decisive catch to dismiss Nadine de Klerk against South Africa in Navi Mumbai secured India’s maiden championship win and symbolized the spirit of the tournament.

From unforgettable catches to emotional farewells, the 2025 Women’s World Cup etched a legacy of passion, excellence, and unity in women’s cricket.

Author’s Summary

The 2025 Women’s World Cup blended record spectatorship, thrilling matches, and defining moments as India claimed a historic first title before millions of inspired fans.

India Today — 2025-11-04