Team India takes on South Africa in the summit clash of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 final in Navi Mumbai on Sunday, November 2. Both teams are coming off historic wins in their respective semifinals against Australia and England, advancing a step closer to ultimate glory.The Asian giants have struggled against the South Africans in ODI World Cups, with their last win in the 2005 edition. Yet, the Women in Blue have recent ODI history on their side against the Proteas, winning five out of their previous six meetings.Despite their recent dominance, Team India will be well aware of the South African threat, having lost to them in the league stage of the ongoing World Cup. Despite their inconsistencies, South Africa have reached the final, thanks predominantly to a few individuals standing tall under duress.With both teams searching for their maiden World Cup trophy, India must ensure they shut down some of South Africa's superstars, who pose massive threats to their fairytale ending at home.On that note, let us look at the three South African players India must be most wary of in the 2025 Women's World Cup final.#1 Laura WolvaardtWhen it comes to the South African women's outfit, most things start and end with their skipper, Laura Wolvaardt. The 26-year-old is coming off one of the best World Cup knocks in the semifinal against England, scoring 169 off 143 deliveries.Wolvaardt single-handedly propelled the Proteas from a tricky situation to a match-winning total of 319/7 in 50 overs on a challenging Guwahati surface. The right-hander boasts an impressive ODI record against India, averaging over 40 at a strike rate of 72.41 in 21 outings.Her 70 played a crucial role in South Africa tracking down 252 in the league stage meeting between the sides. Furthermore, Wolvaardt has been in spectacular form in recent ODIs against India, scoring at least 43 in her last four innings, including a breathtaking 135* in June 2024.The South African skipper is also the leading run-scorer of the ongoing 2025 World Cup with 470 runs at an average of over 67 and a strike rate of almost 98 in eight matches. India's chances of clinching their World Cup dream will almost certainly hinge on how early they dismiss the South African opener.#2 Marizanne KappIf Laura Wolvaardt is South Africa's right and left eye, all-rounder Marizanne Kapp is their heartbeat. The veteran is coming off a sensational showing in the semifinal against England, scoring 42 runs and picking up five wickets.Kapp's ability to perform magic with the new ball, irrespective of the surface, could rattle an Indian batting lineup heavily reliant on the top four. The champion all-rounder is the sixth leading wicket-taker in the ongoing World Cup with 12 scalps in eight matches at an average of 15.33 and an economy of 3.83.The ever-reliable Kapp has also amassed over 200 runs with the bat in the tournament at an average of 34 and a strike rate of over 103. She has been her usual consistent self in ODI matches against India historically, averaging over 30 with the bat and under 29 with the ball in 24 outings.#3 Nadine de KlerkEven after reaching the final of the marquee event, Team India fans still endure nightmares when the name 'Nadine de Klerk' is whispered. The 25-year-old all-rounder produced one of the best finishing acts under pressure in the league stage meeting between the sides.With the Proteas seemingly down and out at 142/6 in the 36th over in their run-chase of 252 against India, De Klerk unleashed a flurry of strokes that left the home crowd stunned.She scored an unbeaten 54-ball 84 to help the Proteas steal victory from the jaws of defeat. De Klerk has enjoyed an impressive 2025 World Cup campaign, averaging over 63 with the bat at a phenomenal strike rate of 136.69.The youngster has also chipped in with eight timely wickets at an average of 22.87 and an economy of under 5.20. De Klerk also boasts excellent ODI numbers against India, averaging over 38 with the bat and under 34 with the ball in 12 outings.