Delhi, 3 November (H.S.): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on their spectacular and historic victory in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, calling their performance a display of great skill and confidence. The team secured its maiden World Cup crown by defeating South Africa by 52 runs in a thrilling final at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.
In what is being celebrated as a landmark achievement, the Harmanpreet Kaur-led team became the first Indian women's side to win a global cricket title. After being put into bat, India posted a formidable total of 298 for 7 in their 50 overs. The innings was powered by a stellar performance from Shafali Verma, who top-scored with 87 runs, and a crucial half-century from Deepti Sharma (58) .
In response, South Africa fought valiantly, led by a magnificent century from their captain, Laura Wolvaardt (101). However, a disciplined Indian bowling attack, spearheaded by Deepti Sharma's record-breaking five-wicket haul (5/39), dismantled the South African batting lineup, bowling them out for 246 in 45.3 overs. Sharma was named Player of the Series for her all-round excellence, while Verma was awarded Player of the Match.
Following the win, Prime Minister Modi took to X to express his praise for the team. In his post, he said: A spectacular win by the Indian team in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Finals. Their performance in the final was marked by great skill and confidence. The team showed exceptional teamwork and tenacity throughout the tournament. Congratulations to our players. This historic win will motivate future champions to take up sports.
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