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For India, this year has not just been about sporting victories, it has been about a cultural shift. Across disciplines traditionally dominated by men, Indian women stepped forward with grit, skill and resilience, delivering some of the biggest global wins the country has seen in recent years.
These victories didn’t appear overnight. They represent decades of pushing against systemic inequality, limited funding, lack of visibility, minimal sponsorships, and the expectation that women must “prove themselves” twice as hard. Yet, Indian sportswomen across kabaddi, cricket, motorsports, chess, badminton and more showed what happens when talent meets opportunity.
But the year also exposed a truth: while the achievements were spectacular, the recognition still lagged behind. Men’s victories routinely receive blanket-coverage and corporate endorsements; women’s wins often trend for a day and disappear. Equal recognition isn’t just about applause, it directly influences investment, training infrastructure and the financial security of athletes.
The road ahead is clear. India must build on this momentum by ensuring parity in media visibility, tournament exposure and sponsorship deals. When young girls see women win it creates a pipeline of future champions. And this year, more than ever, proved that India’s women are not just participating in sports; they are dominating them.
Top Indian Women’s Sports Wins of the Year
India Lifts the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
On November 2, India defeated South Africa by 52 runs to win maiden World Cup title, marking not just a triumph on the pitch but in the hearts of millions of supporters. After years of anticipation, endurance, and determination, India finally etched its name in history, burying the ghosts of past heartbreaks: the 2005 and 2017 finals.
Historic Triumph at the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025
The Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 made history in Bangladesh, showcasing the world’s finest female kabaddi athletes on a truly global stage.
In a thrilling finale on November 24, India defeated Chinese Taipei in the Final to lift the prestigious Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 trophy, reaffirming their dominance in the sport.
India Wins the Women’s Blind Cricket World Cup
The Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 is the first-ever global cricket championship exclusively for women cricketers with visual impairment.
India defeated Nepal by seven wickets in the final played in Sri Lankan capital Colombo on November 23. The victory is expected to provide a fillip to sportspersons with disabilities in the country.
R. Vaishali Wins Women’s FIDE Grand Swiss Cup
India's R Vaishali sealed a spot in the Candidates tournament with a win at the FIDE Women's Grand Swiss tournament. Vaishali celebrated the win by calling her mother on stage and taking the champion's trophy from her hand.
The wholesome video of the mother-daughter duo went viral on social media on September 15, 2025. Her consistent international performances made headlines worldwide and reinforced India’s growing dominance in women’s chess.
Divya Deshmukh’s Breakout Year in Chess
Divya Deshmukh became the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Women’s World Cup title after defeating fellow Indian Koneru Humpy in the final, in Batumi, Georgia, in July this year. The 19-year-old was visibly emotional after her victory against an opponent twice her age.
From winning elite rapid tournaments to defeating top-seeded global players, Divya Deshmukh emerged as one of the brightest young stars in the chess circuit. Her aggressivestyle of play has made her a fan favourite and a key figure in India’s golden era of women’s chess.
Aishwarya Pissay becomes India's first Rally Raid champion
Bengaluru’s Aishwarya Pissay became the first woman from Asia and India to win her class at the BP Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal 2025, finishing 27th overall, on September 30.
With this win, Aishwarya strengthened her campaign toward Dakar 2027, where she aims to become the first Indian woman to compete and finish on two wheels.
Diana Pundole on the cusp of Ferrari history
Diana Pundole, a 32-year-old racer from Pune, is poised to create history as the first Indian woman to compete in Ferrariat an internation championship.
She is the first Indian woman to win a National championship in the history of Indian motor sports where lady racing drivers compete on equal footing with male drivers.
She is participating in the Ferrari Club Challenge Middle East scheduled from November 2025 to April 2026. Her participation marks a significant milestone in her racing career, where she will showcase her skills on international platform.
Jyothi Surekha Vennam makes archery history
Jyothi Surekha Vennam on October 18, 2025, became the first Indian woman compound archer to win a medal at the World Cup Final, clinching the bronze with a flawless performance in Nanjing.
This was India's maiden medal at the world cup. Jyothi's third appearance at the World Cup Final, having earlier competed at the Tlaxcala (2022) and Hermosillo (2023) editions, where she had exited in the opening round.
India wins highest number of World Boxing Championship medals
In October, India made history, winning four medals - the highest number so far - at the 2025 World Boxing Championship in Liverpool.
Jaismine Lamboria became World champion, winning gold, Minakshi Hooda also clinched gold, Nupur Sheoran won silver, and Pooja Rani bagged a bronze.