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Ind vs SA: India women create history, become second to achieve THIS feat
In a thrilling World Cup final, India women achieved something only one team had done before. Here's what made it unforgettable.
Last Updated on - November 2, 2025 9:11 PM IST
Australia Women hold the record for the highest team total in the history of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup finals. They scored 356/5 in the summit clash against England Women in the 2022 edition of the tournament. On Sunday, India Women piled up 298/7 against South Africa, registering the second highest total in a World Cup final.
1. Australia Women – 356/5 vs England (2022, Christchurch)
The 2022 final was a batting masterclass from Australia. Alyssa Healy’s record-breaking 170 off 138 balls powered the Aussies to a mammoth 356/5, the highest-ever total in a Women’s World Cup final. England fought valiantly but fell short, as Australia lifted their seventh title in style.
2. India Women – 298/7 vs South Africa (2025, Navi Mumbai)
India’s fearless batting unit made history in the 2025 edition with a commanding 298/7, the second-highest total in a Women’s World Cup final. Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma starred in a fiery partnership that left the Proteas bowlers under immense pressure.
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3. England Women – 285/10 vs Australia (2022, Christchurch)
Despite losing the final, England’s batters showed remarkable grit while chasing a massive total. Nat Sciver’s unbeaten 148* was one of the finest knocks ever played in a losing cause, helping England post 285, the third-highest total in a Women’s World Cup final.
4. Australia Women – 259/7 vs West Indies (2013, Mumbai)
The 2013 final saw Australia dominate once again, this time against the West Indies. A strong middle-order effort lifted them to 259/7, setting up a comprehensive victory and yet another World Cup trophy for the Southern Stars.
5. England Women – 228/7 vs India (2017, Lord’s)
The 2017 final remains one of the most dramatic in World Cup history. England’s 228/7 might not have looked huge, but it proved enough as India fell agonizingly short in the chase. Anya Shrubsole’s spell of 6/46 sealed a memorable win for England at Lord’s.