India beat Pakistan by 61 runs

 🏏 India vs Pakistan — Match (15 Feb 2026, Colombo)

In a high-profile T20 World Cup Group A encounter at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, India delivered a commanding performance to defeat Pakistan by 61 runs. This win also helped India qualify for the Super 8 stage of the tournament.

India Batting

India were put in to bat first and posted a strong total of 175/7 in their 20 overs. The standout performance came from Ishan Kishan, who scored a blazing 77 runs off a quick 40 balls, dominating the middle overs and setting the platform for a competitive score.

Pakistan Bowling & Chase

Pakistan’s bowlers struggled to contain the Indian batsmen, and in reply, Pakistan’s chase fell apart under disciplined Indian bowling. They were eventually restricted to 114 runs (or around that figure), falling well short of the target. India’s bowlers struck regularly, with early wickets putting Pakistan on the back foot.

🎯 Key Highlights

• Ishan Kishan was named Player of the Match for his explosive innings.

• India’s win continued their strong T20 World Cup record against Pakistan.

• The match featured intense moments and showcased India’s all-around cricket strength on a big stage.

ICC women's world cup 2025 winner is India

India won the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, becoming the new world champions after defeating South Africa in the final held at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. This marks India’s first-ever Women's ODI World Cup title, a historic milestone for women’s cricket in the country.

Key Highlights of the Final

India set a formidable target of 299 runs for South Africa in the final.The Indian bowling attack, led by Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma, played a crucial role in reducing South Africa’s lineup and maintaining control throughout the chase.

The victory ended India's long wait for a women’s World Cup trophy, following previous runner-up finishes in 2005 and 2017.

Importance of the Win

India's triumph is set to inspire a new generation of women cricketers and significantly boost the sport’s popularity across the country.This win is a landmark achievement, cementing India’s place among the world’s elite in women’s cricket.

The 2025 win is now a defining moment in Indian sports and women’s cricket history.

ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Final

The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Final will be played between India Women and South Africa Women on November 2, 2025, at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. The match starts at 3:00 PM IST.

This final marks a historic moment as neither India nor South Africa has ever won the Women’s ODI World Cup, guaranteeing a brand-new champion this year. India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, reached the final after a thrilling chase against defending champions Australia, while Laura Wolvaardt’s South Africa defeated England in their semi-final.

🏏 Match Details

• Date: November 2, 2025

• Time: 3:00 PM IST

• Venue: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai

• Teams: India Women vs South Africa Women

• Format: One Day International (ODI)

• Match Type: Final (Day/Night)

🌟 Key Players to Watch

India Women:

• Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain)

• Smriti Mandhana

• Shafali Verma

• Deepti Sharma

• Renuka Singh

South Africa Women:

• Laura Wolvaardt (Captain)

• Marizanne Kapp

• Ayabonga Khaka

• Tazmin Brits

• Sinalo Jafta