Women's World Cup Final: Mighty Laura Wolvaardt Taken Down As Amanjot Kaur Completes Juggling Grab, India Erupts After Clinical Breakthrough

Team India finally brought down South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt in the ICC Women's World Cup Final, marking an end to a pivotal knock. The South Africa captain was brought down by Deepti Sharma, with Amanjot Kaur completing the catch.

The entire DY Patil Stadium erupted with cheers as India managed to take down the big fish. It was a clinical breakthrough for the side, as they jolted South Africa's momentum in the game.

Amanjot Kaur Holds On To High-Pressure Catch To Dismiss Laura Wolvaardt

The moment happened in the first ball of the 42nd over when Laura Wolvaardt muscled the ball miles up in the air. Deepti gives some length at stumps, and Wolvaardt smashes it high up. Amanjot, who was at deep mid-wicket, sprinted towards the left.

The ball had initially popped out of Amanjot's hands, and it took multiple attempts to grab the ball, but she eventually did it.

Fans and the Indian cricketers erupted in celebration as Wolvaardt had the power to dash India's World Cup hopes. But Wolvaardt had to walk back, but she could do it with her head held up high after playing such a clinical knock in the final.

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India-W Defeat South Africa-W To Become Undisputed Champions Of The World

Under the lights of DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Team India came out with fierce intent, setting the tone early with a commanding batting display.

Openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma laid a solid foundation, with Shafali smashing a brilliant 87. Deepti Sharma added a composed 58, helping India post a formidable total of 298/7.

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South Africa responded with grit, led by Laura Wolvaardt’s resilient ton. Annerie Dercksen & Sune Luus added pressure with crucial contributions, keeping India on edge. But the Women in Blue held their nerve. Deepti Sharma turned the tide with a stunning five-wicket haul, while Shafali and Shree Charani chipped in with key dismissals.

As the final wicket fell, India erupted in celebration. The dream of lifting the World Cup at home had finally come true. With pride in their hearts and a star now etched above their crest, the Indian women’s team stood tall as world champions.