Navi Mumbai, November 2, 2025 - The stage is set for a thrilling ICC Women's World Cup final between India and South Africa at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. However, the weather forecast has cast a shadow of doubt over the grand showdown, with a high chance of rain predicted for match day.

India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, is aiming to lift its maiden ODI World Cup title, while South Africa is making its first-ever appearance in a World Cup final. Both teams have had remarkable campaigns, and the final promises to be a captivating contest.

According to Accuweather.com, there is a 63% chance of rain on Sunday, with the likelihood increasing to over 50% between 4 PM and 7 PM. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued a yellow alert for Maharashtra, forecasting light to moderate rainfall and possible thunderstorms in Mumbai and nearby regions.

If the match is washed out on Sunday, a reserve day is in place on Monday. However, the weather forecast for Monday is also not promising, with a 55% chance of rain. In case the match is not completed on November 2, it will resume on the following day from where it ended on Sunday.

The threat of rain has already disrupted the teams' preparations, with both India and South Africa unable to have full practice sessions in the lead-up to the final. The DY Patil Stadium has also witnessed a washout earlier in the tournament when India faced Bangladesh.

Despite the weather concerns, both teams will be eager to take the field and battle for the coveted title. India is coming off a record-breaking chase against Australia in the semi-final, while South Africa has displayed remarkable resilience throughout the tournament.

India's batting lineup boasts of Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Harmanpreet Kaur, while Deepti Sharma leads the bowling attack. South Africa's key players include Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, and Marizanne Kapp.

The pitch at the DY Patil Stadium is expected to favor the team batting first, with good bounce and carry early on and spinners likely to come into play as the match progresses. The same pitch was used for the India vs New Zealand match, where India scored a formidable 340 runs.

Regardless of the weather, the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final is set to be a historic occasion, with a new champion guaranteed to be crowned. Both India and South Africa have the opportunity to etch their names in history and inspire a new generation of cricketers.

The toss will take place at 2:30 PM IST, and the first ball is scheduled to be bowled at 3:00 PM IST. Cricket fans around the world will be hoping that the rain stays away and allows for a full and exciting contest.