In a landmark achievement, India clinched their maiden Women's World Cup cricket title on Sunday, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in a gripping final match held at the DY Patil Stadium.

Under the leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, the Indian team mounted a remarkable campaign, overcoming initial setbacks to dominate the decisive match. Key player Shafali Verma's explosive innings, complemented by her crucial bowling, alongside Deepti Sharma's all-round brilliance, were pivotal to India's success.

South Africa's captain, Laura Wolvaardt, scored a remarkable century but couldn't carry her team to victory. Despite their defeat, Wolvaardt expressed pride in her team's efforts throughout the tournament.

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