India made history by winning the second edition of the Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 in Malaysia. The Indian team beat a strong South African side, who had remained unbeaten until the final, just like India.
BCCI Rewards India’s Under-19 Women’s Team with INR 5 Crore
After the win, the team received congratulations from all over the world. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also announced a huge cash reward for the team in recognition of their incredible achievement.
The BCCI congratulated the young girls and announced a cash reward of INR 5 Crore for the winning India Under-19 women’s team and the support staff, which was led by head coach Nooshin Al Khadeer.
With this win, India successfully defended its Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup title. The team had also won the first edition of the tournament in 2023, held in South Africa, under the leadership of Shafali Verma.
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This marks India’s second ICC title in women’s cricket, both coming at the junior level. It highlights the incredible depth of talent the country has in both men’s and women’s cricket.
India Defends Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Title
India dominated the final from the start. South Africa won the toss and chose to bat, but India’s bowlers were too strong. After an early partnership, Parunika Sisodia broke through with the first wicket, and Shabnam Shakil dismissed Botha for 16. Gongadi Trisha then removed Mieke van Voorst, and South Africa collapsed to just 82 runs. Indian spinners took all nine wickets, securing a commanding victory.
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In reply, India showed no signs of pressure, despite playing in a final. The opening partnership added 36 runs before Kamalini was dismissed for 8. However, Gongadi Trisha and vice-captain Sanika Chalke ensured no further wickets fell, guiding India to a comfortable victory. Trisha continued her excellent form, finishing unbeaten on 44 off 33 balls, while Chalke made 26 off 22 balls and hit the winning runs. Trisha was named both Player of the Match and Player of the Series.
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