IND W vs SA W Final: After a thrilling campaign culminating in a historic victory, India’s women cricketers have lifted the World Cup 2025, sparking celebrations across the country. Team stars Smriti Mandhana and Amanjot Kaur opened up about their emotions, the team’s journey, and the significance of the win.
Smriti Mandhana: Triumph Built on Teamwork and Perseverance
For captain Smriti Mandhana, the victory is the culmination of years of hard work and resilience. “Every World Cup we’ve gone into, there have been so many heartbreaks for all of us. But we always believed that we had a bigger responsibility not just to win, but to keep growing women’s cricket,” she said.
Mandhana reflected on the team’s focus and unity following past disappointments. “The last World Cup was definitely tough for all of us, but after that, we had a clear focus to get fitter, stronger, and better in every area. And honestly, what’s special about this team is how much we stuck together. Everyone supported each other through good days and bad. We genuinely celebrated each other’s success. The team environment this time was just so positive, so connected. That’s been the biggest difference.”
Amanjot Kaur: From Setbacks to Glory
Amanjot Kaur, who has been through her own challenging journey over the past year, described the win as “unbelievable.” “It’s been such a recovery from where I was a year ago to where I am now. This means a lot. You can see the crowd—they’re all around us, the energy is incredible. We’re just getting started. We’re going to take it to the next level and dominate across the world.”
Kaur also expressed gratitude to fans and family who supported the team. “I just want to say congratulations to everyone—my family, everyone watching in India and around the world. They’ve supported me, sitting at home, cheering, believing. They’re the ones who helped me the most. I’m so grateful we could do this together. It’s amazing. The fans have been unbelievable. This one’s for all of them—for every woman, for everyone watching, and especially for Pratika. Not everything in life is good—but there’s good in everything. I’m just grateful. Truly grateful.”
A New Era for Women’s Cricket in India
The victory is not just a personal triumph for the players but also a milestone for Indian women’s cricket. With rising support from fans and a generation of cricketers dedicated to excellence, this win is expected to inspire millions across the country and around the world.
India’s women have not only claimed the World Cup 2025 but have also set a new standard for teamwork, perseverance, and the spirit of the game.
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