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Meg Lanning Salutes India’s World Cup Heroes After Maiden Title

The former Australia captain highlights the match-defining roles behind India’s breakthrough.

Overview

  • India won the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup by 52 runs over South Africa in Navi Mumbai on November 2.
  • Deepti Sharma was named Player of the Tournament after leading the wickets tally with 22 and adding 215 runs, including 58 and 5/39 in the final.
  • Lanning said Deepti now influences games with bat and ball at any stage, calling her a crucial presence for India.
  • She praised Shafali Verma’s final for its intent and execution, noting the 87 off 78 and two key wickets that swung the contest.
  • Lanning credited Jemimah Rodrigues for holding her nerve with an unbeaten 127 in the semi-final record chase against Australia, and reports note Lanning was not retained by Delhi Capitals ahead of the WPL 2026 auction.