Proteas women conclude historical cricket World Cup journey with silver medal
Cricket South Africa (CSA) extends its congratulations to the Proteas Women on their outstanding achievement as runners-up in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.
Congratulations to the host nation, India, on winning their first ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.
— Proteas Women (@ProteasWomenCSA) November 2, 2025
Our Proteas Women showed their #Unbreakable spirit throughout the tournament and your unwavering support carried them every step of the way. 💪
Tomorrow, we rise and go again.… pic.twitter.com/L5VKrhWm3K
In a gripping final against hosts India, the Proteas displayed courage throughout, marking a historic milestone as South Africa’s first-ever appearance in a World Cup final.
The Proteas Women’s journey to the final captured the hearts of millions back home. Under the guidance of captain Laura Wolvaardt and head coach Mandla Mashimbyi, the side produced memorable performances against the world’s best, delivering a campaign defined by records, unity and an unbreakable South African spirit, which has become a hallmark for the team.
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— Proteas Women (@ProteasWomenCSA) November 2, 2025
A thrilling contest in Mumbai comes to an end as India claims victory by 52 runs. 🏏
A valiant effort from #TheProteas Women, who fell just short of history in the #CWC25 Final. 🏆
Pride, passion, and perseverance from a team that delivered an extraordinary… pic.twitter.com/GFL6cjFt5g
Throughout the tournament, the Proteas Women rewrote the record books. Their commanding semifinal victory against England saw them post a record-breaking total of 319/7, their highest ever score in a Women’s World Cup match.
Laura Wolvaardt delivered a standout World Cup campaign. She led from the front with an extraordinary 169, setting a new benchmark for the highest individual score by a captain in a World Cup knockout fixture. Wolvaardt finished as the tournament’s leading run-scorer with 571 runs, and her performances, combined with exemplary leadership, were pivotal to the team’s success throughout the tournament.
Into the death of the final. ⏳#TheProteas Women are 246/9 after 45 overs, with 53 runs needed from the final 30 balls to decide the #CWC25 champion. 💪🏏🇿🇦#Unbreakable pic.twitter.com/AAcyqRzloD
— Proteas Women (@ProteasWomenCSA) November 2, 2025
Marizanne Kapp also continued to etch her name into cricketing history, becoming the leading wicket-taker in ICC Women’s World Cup history with 44 wickets.
CSA Chief Executive Officer, Pholetsi Moseki, who was in attendance at the Dr Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, shared his immense pride in the team’s performance and their historic journey to the final.
“Congratulations to Coach Mandla Mashimbyi, captain Laura Wolvaardt and the entire squad for representing South Africa with such pride. Reaching the World Cup final is a significant milestone, and the team’s consistency throughout the tournament is a testament to their hard work and unity.”
“We are extremely proud of how this group has carried themselves, on and off the field, and the many unforgettable moments they have given our fans. This journey is only the beginning.”
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