India vs South Africa Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup Final, Highlights: IND-W beat SA-W by nine wickets in Kuala Lumpur
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From promise to dominance, Mithali Raj reflects on India’s back-to-back women’s U19 T20 World Cup wins.
India Women vs South Africa Women (IND-W vs SA-W) U-19 T20I World Cup Final Highlights: India beat South Africa by nine-wickets in the 2025 U-19 T20 World Cup final at the Bayuemas Oval in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur. South Africa won the toss and opted to bat first against Niki Prasad’s side
Champions India, won all their group-stage matches against West Indies, Malaysia and Sri Lanka before getting the better of Bangladesh and Scotland in the Super Six. In the semifinal they defeated England to make it six wins on the bounce.
Meanwhile, South Africa topped the Group C with wins over New Zealand, Samoa and Nigeria. In the Super Six round, South Africa defeated Ireland but had share points with the USA after the game was abandoned due to rain. In the semifinal, they defeated Australia by five wickets to seal their spot in the final.
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Trisha Gongadi emerged as India’s brightest cricketing star at the U19 World Cup, picking up three wickets in the final and leading India to the ultimate junior triumph.
In 10 innings prior to the final, the opening batter had piled a hundred, two half-centuries and two 40s, at an average of 64.8. The youngster had started cricket at age 2, as her sports-mad father planned a perfect junior career, culminating in the India win by 9 wickets
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“Lot of emotions within the team but will not take anything away from this team and management, we’ve worked really hard for this moment. Tough to not take the trophy home. Getting to our first-ever final is a proud moment, that’s special. Cricket is a team sport, couldn’t have done it without them and the management on the side. This is motivation for us to come back stronger in 2027.”
Mithali Raj has been a trailblazer in Indian women’s cricket, paving the way for future generations to thrive. It’s no surprise that the legendary cricketer is immensely proud of India’s remarkable achievement – winning the U19 Women’s T20 World Cup for the second consecutive time. After securing the title in 2023, India, led by Niki Prasad, defended their crown in style, defeating South Africa in the final at Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur.
The U19 Women’s T20 World Cup final was a one-sided contest, with India comfortably chasing down the target of 83, losing just one wicket and sealing victory with 52 balls to spare. For Mithali, this dominant win was no surprise, as she believes the young cricketers in India possess a significantly higher skill level for this stage.
She also sees India’s consecutive U19 T20 World Cup triumphs as a testament to the depth of talent in the country.
“I have been watching the Under-15, Under-16, and Under-19 girls, and their skill level at this stage is remarkable, especially considering the resources available to them. The conscious efforts of State Associations and the NCA in developing young players are evident, with regular camps, exposure tours, and structured training programs. The recent back-to-back ICC Under-19 tournament victories highlight the impact of these initiatives, and the girls are displaying exceptional maturity and game awareness – crucial attributes for success at the highest level,” Mithali Raj told Hindustan Times.
“It’s good for the players to experience such pressure situations during the tournament. It’s not as if they haven’t been challenged – teams have tested them at different moments, like in the semifinals when Davina Perrin was in full flow, putting the bowlers under pressure and England seemed to be cruising. But India fought back, taking two quick wickets to shift the momentum. Handling these pressure moments is crucial for their development and growth as players,” she added.
Gongadi Trisha, a star in the making
Gongadi Trisha was the standout performer in India’s title-winning campaign, playing a pivotal role in their successful title defense. She amassed an impressive 309 runs throughout the tournament while also making an impact with the ball, claiming seven wickets with her deceptive leg breaks. Adding to her list of achievements, Trisha etched her name in history by becoming the tournament’s first-ever centurion.
“Women’s cricket has evolved to a point where all-rounders are becoming increasingly essential. The game has progressed so much that there’s limited space for purists – batters need to bowl, and bowlers must contribute with the bat. Trisha is an ideal all-rounder; her leg-spin is unique compared to conventional leg spinners, and she has good control over her line and length,” said Mithali.
“I have been impressed with her batting since I first saw her as a kid. She is a hardworking player. I would be more than happy to see her represent India at the senior level and excel for the country. Right now, she has already shown that she has the mettle to play at a higher level and compete at the highest standard. However, playing for India isn’t just about making it – it’s about staying there. She has what it takes to sustain herself at the top and perform at a very high standard. But to succeed at the senior level, she must keep working on her game and performing consistently,” she added.
With Thanks and Reference to:https://www.hindustantimes.com/cricket/mithali-raj-identifies-indias-next-star-after-womens-u-19-team-conquers-the-world-impressed-since-i-saw-her-as-kid-101738554054713.html and https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/india-women-vs-south-africa-women-u19-t20-world-cup-final-live-cricket-score-today-match-live-scorecard-online-9813029/
