2025 year-ender: India scripts history across global sporting events

India enjoyed a landmark year in terms of sport in 2025, with its teams delivering historic victories across disciplines and underlining the country’s growing depth on the global stage. From cricket to indigenous games, Indian athletes claimed major titles and set new benchmarks.

ICC Women’s World Cup 2025

India’s crowning achievement came at the ICC Women's World Cup 2025, where the women’s cricket team lifted the trophy for the first time. After years of near-misses, India broke the jinx with a memorable campaign, defeating Australia in the semi-finals before overcoming South Africa in the final in Navi Mumbai. The title sparked nationwide celebrations and marked a defining moment for women’s cricket in the country.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025

The men’s cricket team also extended its dominance in the limited-overs format by winning the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai. Led by Rohit Sharma and powered by senior players, India went unbeaten through the tournament to clinch their third Champions Trophy title, reinforcing their status as one of the most consistent teams in world cricket.

Asia Cup Hockey 2025

Indian hockey returned to continental glory as the men’s team won the Asia Cup Hockey 2025 after an eight-year wait. India defeated defending champions South Korea 4–1 in the final at a packed Rajgir Sports Complex in Bihar, securing their fourth Asia Cup title and booking a place at the 2026 Hockey World Cup.

Squash World Cup

India also scripted history in squash by winning the Squash World Cup with a commanding 3–0 victory over top seeds Hong Kong in the final. The triumph marked India’s finest performance in the tournament and made it only the fourth nation to win the title, alongside Australia, England and Egypt.

Kho Kho World Cup 2025

The year concluded on a high note for India’s traditional sports as both the men’s and women’s teams clinched titles at the Kho Kho World Cup 2025 in New Delhi. Playing at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, the Indian teams defeated Nepal in their respective finals to lift the trophies at the inaugural edition of the World Cup, finishing the tournament unbeaten.

Together, these achievements made 2025 one of the most successful years in Indian sporting history, reflecting not just podium finishes but a broader rise in competitiveness and confidence across disciplines.