India win maiden women’s cricket World Cup
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India's first Women's Cricket World Cup title marks a historic moment for a country that has long been dominant in the men's game.
After two runners-up finishes in 2005 and 2017, the Indian team finally became third time lucky as they defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final to lift maiden silverware.
The hosts had made the final after beating defending champions Australia, ending their run of 15 consecutive match wins in the tournament.
After a slow start to the group stage where rain was discussed just as much as the cricket, India's eventual World Cup success showed what is possible when given the platform.
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