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The stage is perfectly set for a battle of ambition, skill and history. India, playing in their third World Cup final after previous heartbreaks in 2005 and 2017, are determined to make home advantage count. Captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, the Indian squad has displayed remarkable resilience throughout the tournament. Key players such as Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma and Jemimah Rodrigues have powered India’s campaign with match-winning performances, while left-arm spinner Shree Charani remains crucial in the bowling department. On the other hand, South Africa enter the final brimming with confidence after their 125-run demolition of England in the semifinals. Skipper Laura Wolvaardt has led from the front, both as captain and batter, and will look to deliver her side’s first-ever world title. With seasoned campaigners like Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka and Chloé Tryon, South Africa bring balance, firepower and belief to the summit clash. The final is expected to be a high-intensity contest, featuring two of the most consistent teams of the tournament. Sunidhi Chauhan to dazzle at the Women’s World Cup 2025 final Adding to the spectacle, the ICC has confirmed that Sunidhi Chauhan, one of India’s most celebrated playback singers, will headline the World Cup final’s entertainment lineup. Known for her powerhouse vocals and electrifying stage presence, Chauhan will deliver a mid-innings performance featuring a medley of her biggest Bollywood hits. Her act will be accompanied by 60 professional dancers, a laser and drone show, and fireworks choreographed by Sanjay Shetty, promising a visual extravaganza for fans both at the stadium and worldwide. In addition, Sunidhi will perform India’s national anthem before the match, while Tarynn Bank from Cape Town will sing South Africa’s national anthem, symbolizing unity and sportsmanship on cricket’s grandest stage. The closing ceremony will feature over 350 performers, complete with cutting-edge lighting, choreography, and live music, transforming the DY Patil Stadium into a festival of color, sound and celebration. Also READ: IND vs SA, Women’s World Cup 2025 final Match Prediction – Who will win today’s game between India and South Africa? Broadcast and Live Streaming details India: Star Sports, JioStar app and website Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, Bhutan: Star Sports India (via JioStar distribution partners) Sri Lanka: Maharaja TV – TV1 channel & website (www.sirasatv.lk), ICC.tv app USA & Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV (sign up here) United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event Afghanistan: ICC.tv Australia: Prime Video Caribbean & South America: ESPN, Disney+ app New Zealand: Sky TV Bangladesh: TSM – T Sports and Toffee Middle East & North Africa: e& Criclife channel on Starzplay Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport Pakistan: PTV, TEN Sports, Myco and Tamasha app Pacific Islands (PNG): PNG Digicel South East Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong): StarHub (Singapore), Astro Cricket (Malaysia), ICC.tv (Hong Kong) Also READ: Women’s World Cup 2025: What happens if the IND vs SA Final in Navi Mumbai is washed out?
