With India and South Africa set to clash in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final at the DY Patil Stadium, weather concerns have suddenly become the biggest talking point. A yellow alert has been issued for Navi Mumbai, with the forecast predicting showers and possible thunderstorms around match time — leaving millions of fans anxious.
So what happens if rain plays spoilsport in the final? Here’s the full breakdown.
If rain washes out play on match day (November 2)
If rain interrupts the final on Sunday and a result cannot be achieved, the match will be postponed to the reserve day — Monday, November 3.
The game will continue from the point it was stopped, meaning overs, wickets, and match conditions remain exactly as they were.
If rain washes out play on the reserve day too
If weather again prevents play on Monday and the full match cannot be completed even after the carry-over restart, then the trophy will be shared.
That means India and South Africa will be declared joint World Champions — a rare scenario but one that remains possible due to the rain forecast.
Overs reduction possibility
If weather delays but does not completely halt play, officials may reduce overs to complete a shortened match. The objective will be to get a result on the original day first, and if not, on the reserve day.
Why fans are worried
- Sunday rain probability: ~63%
- Peak rain window: 4 PM to 7 PM
- Reserve day rain chance: ~55%
With rain predicted on both days, fans are closely monitoring updates, hoping the final doesn’t suffer the same fate as India vs Bangladesh earlier in the tournament, which was washed out at the same venue.
The stakes couldn’t be higher
India are chasing their first-ever Women’s ODI World Cup crown, while South Africa eye a historic maiden title of their own.
A washout would be an anticlimactic ending, but the rules ensure both teams get a fair shot before sharing the glory.
For now, all eyes are on Navi Mumbai’s skies — and the hope that cricket, not rain, decides the champion.
