Introduction: A Historic Victory for India
The Indian U-19 Women’s Cricket Team has once again etched its name in history by winning the 2025 ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup. Led by Nikki Prasad, the young squad outclassed South Africa in the final by nine wickets to claim their second consecutive title. With an unbeaten streak of seven matches, India became the first team to win back-to-back U-19 World Cup championships while remaining undefeated.
This incredible feat was achieved at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where Indian spinners dominated throughout the tournament. The final match witnessed a spectacular all-round performance, with Trisha Gongdi stealing the show as the Player of the Match.
India vs South Africa U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Final: Match Highlights
South Africa’s Struggles Against India’s Spin Attack
- South Africa Won the Toss: Captain Kayla Renek opted to bat first.
- Wickets Fell at Regular Intervals: The South African team struggled against India’s quality spin attack.
- Total Score: 82 runs in 20 overs.
India’s Chase: A Comfortable Victory
- Chased Down in 11.2 Overs: India scored 84/1 in just 11.2 overs.
- Trisha Gongdi’s Heroics: She played an unbeaten knock of 44 runs, leading India to victory.
- Vice-Captain Sanika Chalak’s Winning Shot: She smashed a four over square leg to seal the win.
Final Score:
- South Africa: 82/10 (20 overs)
- India: 84/1 (11.2 overs)
With this, India lifted the U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup trophy for the second consecutive time!
Key Performers of the U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025
Trisha Gongdi: The Tournament’s Best Batter
- First player to score 300+ runs in a single U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup.
- Total Runs: 309
- Strike Rate: 147.14
- Average: 77.25
- Boundaries: 45 fours, 5 sixes
- First player to score a century in U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup history.
Trisha surpassed Shweta Sehrawat’s 297-run record to set a new benchmark in U-19 cricket.
Vaishnavi Sharma: The Bowling Sensation
- Most Wickets in the Tournament: 17 wickets in 6 matches.
- Economy Rate: 3.36 (Best among bowlers).
- First Indian woman to take a hat-trick in U-19 Women’s Cricket.
🔹 She broke Australia’s Maggie Clarke’s record for most wickets in a U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup.
Parunika Sisodia & Ayushi Sharma’s Spin Magic
- Ayushi Sharma: 14 wickets, Economy 3.01.
- Parunika Sisodia: Instrumental in restricting runs in crucial matches.
India’s world-class spin attack played a key role in securing the championship.
India’s Road to the Title: Match-by-Match Performance
| Stage | Opponent | Result |
| Group Stage | England | Won |
| Group Stage | Australia | Won |
| Group Stage | Bangladesh | Won |
| Super Six | New Zealand | Won |
| Super Six | Pakistan | Won |
| Semi-Final | West Indies | Won |
| Final | South Africa | Won |
India won all 7 matches, creating history as the first-ever team to remain unbeaten in two consecutive U-19 Women’s T20 World Cups!
Sachin Tendulkar’s Message for the Indian Team
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar congratulated the Indian U-19 Women’s team:
“From the first match to the final, the Indian team played like true champions. This victory has inspired millions and set new standards for women’s cricket. Many congratulations!” 🎉
India’s win marks a major milestone in the growth of women’s cricket, showcasing the rising dominance of Indian women on the world stage.
Records Broken in the U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025
🏏 First team to win back-to-back U-19 Women’s T20 World Cups.
🏏 Trisha Gongdi: First player to score 300+ runs in a single edition.
🏏 Vaishnavi Sharma: Highest wicket-taker (17) & first Indian with a hat-trick.
🏏 India: First U-19 team to win 7 consecutive matches.
What’s Next for Indian Women’s Cricket?
India’s dominance in youth cricket shows that the future of women’s cricket is bright. The BCCI has been investing in grassroots development, and with more leagues like the Women’s Premier League (WPL), young players have a stronger pathway to the senior team.
Key Takeaways:
- India’s young cricketers are now global champions.
- Emerging talents like Trisha, Vaishnavi, and Ayushi are the future stars.
- Indian women’s cricket is set for a golden era with increased global recognition.
Final Thoughts: India’s Unstoppable Journey in Women’s Cricket
India’s U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 victory is not just a trophy win—it’s a statement of dominance in world cricket.
- Trisha Gongdi’s record-breaking runs,
- Vaishnavi Sharma’s dream bowling spell,
- And India’s undefeated campaignAll prove that India is a powerhouse in women’s cricket! 🚀🏆 Congratulations to the Indian Women’s U-19 Team! Jai Hind!