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CWC25: Tryon’s 62 Seals Thriller; Says ‘Gap is Closing’ After $14M Prize Pool Announcement

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 2 days ago | Oct 14, 2025 08:08 am IST
CWC25: Tryon's 62 Seals Thriller; Says 'Gap is Closing' After $14M Prize Pool Announcement

What a match. South Africa just pulled off a stunning three-wicket victory against Bangladesh in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, and the whole world is talking. But it’s what Player of the Match, Chloe Tryon, said afterwards that’s really making waves about the future of the sport.

Key Takeaways

  • Chloe Tryon states the “gap is closing” in women’s cricket after a thrilling win.
  • South Africa recovered from 78 for five to chase down Bangladesh’s total.
  • Bangladesh’s 18-year-old Shorna Akter smashed the World Cup’s fastest 50 off 34 balls.
  • The CWC25 prize pool is nearly USD 14 million, exceeding the men’s 2023 prize money.

A Comeback for the Ages

Look, things were looking grim for South Africa. On October 13, 2025, they were struggling at 78 for five wickets, and a win seemed miles away. But then Chloe Tryon and Marizanne Kapp stepped up. Big time.

Their incredible 85-run partnership completely turned the game on its head. Tryon was on fire, scoring a crucial 62 runs from 69 balls, while Kapp added a solid 56. It was exactly the performance they needed to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.

Bangladesh’s Young Gun Shines Bright

But don’t for a second think Bangladesh made it easy. They showed up to fight. And they have a new star on their hands.

Get this: 18-year-old Shorna Akter walked onto the pitch and blasted the fastest half-century of the entire tournament, reaching 50 in just 34 balls. Yeah, you read that right. It’s proof that talent is exploding across all teams, not just the traditional powerhouses.

“The Gap is Closing” – More Than Just Words

After the match, Tryon, who was deservedly named Player of the Match, didn’t just talk about the win. She talked about the bigger picture. She said the “gap is closing” in women’s cricket, and this tournament is living proof.

And it’s not just talk. The money is finally backing it up. This year’s World Cup has a prize pool of nearly USD 14 million. That’s not only four times more than the last edition, but it’s more than the men’s 2023 World Cup prize of USD 10 million. The game is growing, and it’s growing fast.

What This Means For The Tournament

This isn’t an isolated incident. The entire CWC25, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, has been electric. The opening match between the hosts saw a record-breaking crowd of 22,843 spectators. People are paying attention.

With every close match and every new star like Shorna Akter, the tournament gets more unpredictable. This is exactly what fans want to see. The road to the final on November 2, 2025, is going to be a wild ride. So, what do you think? Is this the most competitive Women’s World Cup ever?