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INDW vs SAW, ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final LIVE: Rain delays the match; When is the start?
The toss of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final originally scheduled for 2:30 pm IST, was postponed to 3 pm IST due to wet conditions.
Koushik Biswas
Nov 02, 2025
Harmanpreet Kaur and Laura Wolvaardt pose with the ICC Women's World Cup 2025. Image | BCCI on X
Rain has caused a delay to the much-anticipated ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final between India and South Africa at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Puddles and persistent overcast conditions challenged the ground staff, but glimpses of blue skies brought hope for an eventual start as fans across India held their breath for history to unfold.
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When is the toss? When is the start?
As per the latest development, the toss has been delayed by 30 minutes and it will take place at 3 pm IST, with the start being rescheduled to 3.30 pm IST.
Pre-Match drama
The local clock ticked past 2:10 pm as ground staff kept the covers firmly in place with clouds threatening overhead. Players from both sides continued their routines, remaining in training kits while umpires held talks near the boundary.
Some minor water puddles were visible, but Navi Mumbai's renowned drainage system was expected to handle the task swiftly. Hopes of a timely toss faded as conditions remained unchanged, with the toss scheduled for 3 pm under review due to wet patches at the fringes.
By 2:17 pm, a glimmer of optimism arrived, blue skies peeked through, and the covers began coming off. The umpires maintained close communication with the ground staff, expediting preparations. The scene at the DY Patil Stadium reflected a tense wait: no umbrellas were in sight, but everyone anticipated the final act to commence after the persistent rain, with the revised toss now set for 3 pm.
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