Fans perform pujas across India as IND-W vs SA-W Women’s World Cup 2025 final unfolds [watch]

Divy Dubey

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Fans perform pujas across India as IND-W vs SA-W Women’s World Cup 2025 final unfolds [watch] image

As India faces South Africa in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final, emotions are running high across the country. From small villages to bustling metros, the excitement goes beyond the cricket field.

The Women in Blue have carried the nation's hopes through a remarkable campaign, and now, millions are turning to faith and tradition.

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Without revealing much about the match outcome, it's clear that this final has sparked something deeply emotional, a mix of devotion, pride, and belief that cricket in India uniquely inspires.

Fans across India perform rituals and offer prayers for Team India

From temples in Tirumala to street corners in Bengaluru, fans are coming together to pray for India's win. Videos circulating online show devotees lighting diyas, performing aartis, and chanting for Harmanpreet Kaur's side.

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Many believe divine blessings could make the difference. The outpouring of devotion reflects how deeply cricket runs in India's cultural fabric.

For some, it's not just a game — it's a shared faith. Community gatherings have been held in several regions, where people unite in hope and emotion, their prayers echoing the same sentiment: this time, may destiny favour India.

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The memories of heartbreak from the 2005 and 2017 finals still linger, but the belief remains unshaken. The atmosphere across the country feels almost spiritual, as if the collective energy of millions could will a different ending this time.

As the final continues at the DY Patil Stadium, one thing is certain — India's women cricketers are not playing alone. Every ball carries the weight of countless prayers, each hoping to end the wait for World Cup glory.

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