Navi Mumbai is set to host the highly anticipated ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final between India and South Africa on November 2. The match will take place at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy. Both teams are vying for their first-ever World Cup title, adding extra significance to the contest.

The pitch at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai is generally considered to favor teams batting first. However, India broke that trend in the semi-final by successfully chasing down Australia's target. The final is expected to offer good support for batters throughout both innings. Bowlers will need to maintain precise lines and lengths to avoid punishment.

The pitch prepared for the final is expected to be the same strip used for the India vs New Zealand match, where India scored a formidable 340 runs. This red-soil surface in Navi Mumbai generally plays to India’s strengths. It is expected to offer good bounce and carry early on, with spinners likely to play a significant role as the match progresses.

India Women have a 20-13 head-to-head record against South Africa Women in ODIs. However, at the Women's World Cup, both teams have won three matches each.

Winning the World Cup on home soil would be a defining moment for women's cricket in India, inspiring a new generation of players. A packed DY Patil Stadium is expected to support the home side. The match is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM IST. While forecasts suggest a 63% chance of rain, particularly between 4 PM and 7 PM, the excitement for the final remains high.