After two runners-up finishes in 2005 and 2017, the Indian team finally became third time lucky as they defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final to lift maiden silverware.

The hosts had made the final after beating defending champions Australia, ending their run of 15 consecutive match wins in the tournament.

The Republic of Ireland will discover who stands between them and a possible play-off when the draw for 2027 World Cup qualifying takes place on Tuesday.

India women's team head coach Amol Muzumdar received a warm welcome at his Mumbai residence following the Women's World Cup 2025 final.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) awarded $4.48 million (around Rs 40 crore) to the Indian women’s team for their World Cup triumph. This winner’s purse marked a 239% increase from the 2022 edition and even surpassed the $4 million prize awarded to the men’s ODI World Cup winners in 2023.

BBC Sport looks at what awaits England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland in Tuesday's qualifying draw for the 2027 World Cup.

Storied soccer coach Pia Sundhage won’t get the chance to lead Switzerland to the 2027 Women’s World Cup despite a hugely successful European Championship. Sundhage said on Monday she was surprised by the Swiss Football Association decision not to renew her contract which expires in December.