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By Cricket Desk | December 27, 2025
You know, for years, people used to talk about women’s cricket with a certain tone. They would say, "It's developing," or "It's getting better."
Well, in 2025, the women’s game didn't just "develop"—it exploded.
I am writing this with goosebumps because what we witnessed this year wasn't just cricket; it was a revolution. The 50-over format, which many said was dying, suddenly became the most exciting show on earth. And right at the center of this storm was Team India.
If you are a cricket fan, bookmark this year. 2025 will be remembered as the year Mandhana became a myth, Deepti became a wizard, and India finally, FINALLY, lifted that World Cup trophy.
The World Cup: I Was There, and I Still Can’t Believe It
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room first—the ICC Women's World Cup 2025.
I remember watching the semi-final against Australia. We were chasing 339.
Let that sink in. 339 runs against the mighty Aussies in a knockout game.
In the past, Indian teams would have panicked. But not this team. I watched Jemimah Rodrigues play shots that made the Australian bowlers look clueless. That chase wasn't just a win; it was a statement. It was the highest successful chase in history, and it screamed, "We are not scared of you anymore.".
And then came the final against South Africa. When Harmanpreet Kaur lifted that trophy, becoming the oldest captain to do so, it felt personal. After the heartbreaks of 2005 and 2017, seeing the "Women in Blue" celebrate was pure magic. This wasn't luck; it was destiny fulfilled.
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Smriti Mandhana: Is She Even Human?
Now, let’s talk about the Queen.
If 2025 had a face, it would be Smriti Mandhana.
I mean, seriously, who scores 1362 runs in a single year?.
I watched her bat this year, and it felt like she was playing a different sport. She didn't just break records; she shattered them. She became the first woman ever to cross 1000 ODI runs in a calendar year.
There was this one innings against Australia before the World Cup—she smashed a century in just 50 balls. I was glued to my TV, and every shot sounded like a gunshot. She hit 32 sixes this year. Let me repeat that: THIRTY-TWO sixes. That’s more than what entire teams used to hit a few years ago.
She wasn't alone, though. South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt was right there with her, scoring over 1100 runs. Watching these two bat was like watching Messi and Ronaldo in their prime. Pure class.
The "New Normal": 300 is the new 250
Do you remember when 220 used to be a "fighting total"?
Forget it. In 2025, if you scored 250, you were basically losing.
We saw 25 totals of 300-plus this year. That is insane!
The mindset has shifted completely. Batters are not waiting for the bad balls anymore; they are manufacturing them. We saw 350 sixes hit globally this year—double the record from 2022.
This aggression is what made the format alive again. Captains stopped playing it safe. They started trusting their batters to chase anything. And honestly? As a fan, I loved every second of it.
The Bowlers Fought Back (Especially Deepti Sharma)
In a year where batters were going berserk, you’d think bowlers would hide.
But Deepti Sharma had other plans.
She was the Player of the Tournament in the World Cup for a reason. While everyone was getting smashed, Deepti was taking wickets for fun. She finished the year with 39 wickets—a new world record for a calendar year.
Her spell in the final was a masterclass in off-spin bowling. She didn't just contain runs; she broke partnerships. She proved that even in a batter’s world, a smart bowler is gold.
My Final Take: The Game Has Changed Forever
Looking back at 2025, one thing is clear: The "transition phase" is over.
Women’s cricket has arrived.
India winning 15 out of 23 matches, Mandhana scoring centuries for fun, and the team chasing down monster totals—it all points to a new era.
We are no longer watching "Women's Cricket." We are just watching Elite Cricket.
And if 2025 was this good, I can’t wait to see what 2026 brings. But for now, let’s just enjoy the fact that the World Cup is finally home.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Fan Edition
Q1: Did India actually win the World Cup, or am I dreaming?
No, you are not dreaming! It finally happened. India beat South Africa by 52 runs in the final. After the heartbreaks of 2005 and 2017, the trophy is finally home.
Q2: Is Smriti Mandhana a robot? How did she score 1362 runs?
Honestly? We are asking the same thing. She was in beast mode all year. 1362 runs, 5 centuries, and 32 sixes! She didn't just bat; she destroyed bowlers.
Q3: Wait, India chased 339? Against AUSTRALIA?
Yes! I know it sounds fake, but it happened in the Semi-Final. Jemimah and the team chased down 339 like it was a gully cricket match. Highest chase ever. History made.
Q4: Who was the MVP of 2025?
It has to be Deepti Sharma. While everyone was hitting sixes, she was taking wickets for fun. 39 wickets in a year! That’s a world record, by the way.
Q5: Is Women's cricket still "slow"?
Not even close. Teams hit 300+ scores like 25 times this year. If you think it's slow, you haven't watched a game in 2025.
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