What Happens If the Women's World Cup 2025 Final Between India and South Africa Is Washed Out?

The stage is set for the final match at the ongoing Women's World Cup 2025 between India and South Africa, at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, on Sunday, November 2. This is the first time South Africa have qualified for the final at the marquee event. Meanwhile, the Women in Blue will be playing their third final in the history of the Women's World Cup.

This is a significant moment for both teams. The last time India played the Women's World Cup final was back in 2017 when they conceded a narrow nine-run defeat to England. Before that, the Women in Blue suffered a 98-run defeat to Australia in the 2005 final at the Women's World Cup. With a few hours left for the mega clash, the Indian players prepare themselves to etch their names in history.

India have marched into the finals after clinching a dominating five-wicket win over Australia in the second semi-final fixture, on October 30. On the other hand, South Africa have thrashed England by 125 runs in the first semi-final match in the prestigious tournament. These performances have set the stage for an exciting final.

Previously, we have seen that many games at the Women's World Cup 2025 had to be canceled due to heavy rain. Earlier, on October 26, the 28th match at the Women's World Cup 2025 between India and Bangladesh at the DY Patil Stadium was abandoned due to heavy rain. This has raised concerns about the possibility of the final being affected by similar weather conditions.

With the final nearing, one might come across many questions, such as whether the final match between India and South Africa will have a reserve day or not. Yes, the final match of the Women's World Cup 2025 does have a reserve day in place if rain plays a spoilsport. The reserve day for the final match at the Women's World Cup 2025 is on Monday, November 3. However, the match officials will try their best to complete the game on its official day.

As per the ICC playing conditions, the two finalists need to play a minimum of 20 overs on both sides to declare a winner. If it rains heavily, the match referees will try to complete the game on its official day itself by reducing overs and using the DLS method. If it downpours on the reserve day as well and the final gets washed out, both the finalists will be announced as the joint winners, and the prestigious trophy will be shared.

This contingency plan ensures that the tournament maintains its integrity and provides a fair outcome for both teams, despite the unpredictable weather conditions. Fans and supporters will be keeping their fingers crossed for clear skies, but it's reassuring to know that there is a backup plan in place.