India rejoice in first Women’s World Cup triumph as South Africa fall short

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Final: India, 298-7, beat South Africa, 246, by 52 runsShafali and Deepti shine for hosts in Navi MumbaiAt last, 50 years on from their debut on the world stage, India’s dream came true: a maiden World Cup win, in front of a deafening full house in Navi Mumbai, as they defeated South Africa by 52 runs.Laura Wolvaardt struck a magnificent century, going back-to-back after her winning effort in the semi-final, but while she finished the tournament with a run-tally of 571 – the most by any woman in a World Cup – the ultimate prize belonged to India. Continue reading...