ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Final, India Lift The World Cup

The Indian U19 women’s cricket team scripted history by securing a dominant nine-wicket victory over South Africa in the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 final at the Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This triumph marked India’s second consecutive title in the tournament, solidifying their status as a powerhouse in women’s cricket at the youth level. The star of the match, Gongadi Trisha, delivered an all-round performance, guiding India to a comprehensive win.

Match Summary: India’s Commanding Performance

South Africa’s Struggles with the Bat

South Africa, after winning the toss, opted to bat first but found themselves in early trouble. The Indian bowlers struck repeatedly in the first five overs, reducing South Africa to 45/5 by the 13th over. Gongadi Trisha was instrumental with the ball, finishing with impressive figures of 3/15. Her off-breaks proved too much for the South African batters, who struggled to build partnerships.

Despite a brief resistance from Mieke van Voorst, who scored a quickfire 23 with three boundaries, South Africa’s innings never gained momentum. The tailenders managed to bat out the full 20 overs, but the team was bowled out for a modest total of 82 on the final ball of the innings.

Gongadi Trisha: The Tournament’s Standout Performer

Gongadi Trisha was the undisputed star of the tournament, earning the Player of the Tournament award. She dominated both the batting and bowling charts, finishing as the top run-scorer with 309 runs in seven innings, a staggering 133 runs ahead of the next best. Her consistency with the bat was complemented by her off-spin bowling, where she claimed nine wickets, including a match-winning spell in the final.

Trisha’s ability to perform under pressure and deliver in crucial moments made her the backbone of India’s campaign. Her unbeaten 44 in the final was a testament to her composure and skill, further cementing her reputation as a rising star in women’s cricket.

Final Scorecard

• South Africa: 82/10 in 20 overs (Mieke van Voorst 23, Gongadi Trisha 3/15)
• India: 84/1 in 11.2 overs (Gongadi Trisha 44*, Sanika Chalke 28*, Kayla Reyneke 1/14)

Result: India won by 9 wickets.