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Harmanpreet Kaur collecting World Cup trophy. [Source - @WealthArigato/x.com]
In a moment that will be etched in Indian cricket history, Harmanpreet Kaur led India to a sensational victory in the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup. The triumph marked India’s first-ever World Cup title in women’s cricket, capping off a thrilling campaign filled with resilience, teamwork, and unbreakable belief.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur reflected on the journey that brought her team to this pinnacle, acknowledging the years of hard work, sacrifices, and unwavering faith of her players, coaching staff, and the passionate fans who stood by the team throughout the campaign.
Harmanpreet hails fans and team behind historic World Cup victory
Speaking about the atmosphere and the people behind India’s success, Kaur thanked the crowd for their incredible energy and support. She praised the younger players for stepping up under pressure, noting how their confidence and composure lifted the entire side. The captain also credited the support staff, selectors and the board for nurturing India’s glory.
"l am so grateful to this crowd. They have been so amazing. Thank you guys for being there for us through all our ups and downs. Credit goes to everyone, our cricket team, BCCI, the selectors and everyone back home,” Harmanpreet said.
Known for her fierce determination and calm leadership, Harmanpreet’s captaincy has been pivotal in this victory, especially in the final. She reflected on how the side kept themselves positive and fought back from three consecutive losses in the league stage to triumph in the final, embodying belief, resilience, and unwavering commitment.
Harmanpreet on Shafali’s game-changing spell
Harmanpreet Kaura also shed her views on the tactical move to introduce Shafali Verma into the attack as a pivotal moment in the final. She explained that the decision was based on instinct and trust in Shafali’s ability, and also because of her earlier heroics with the bat, a move that shifted momentum and proved decisive in India’s victory.
“Yeah, I mean when Laura and Sune were batting, they were looking good. saw Shafali standing there, the way she batted, I knew it was her day. I wanted to give at least one over to her, my heart was saying that. She always wanted to bowl for the team. I think that was the turning point for us,” Harmanpreet added.
In her closing remarks, Harmanpreet spoke about breaking long-standing barriers and waiting for this defining moment. She hopes now the team makes winning a habit, with several major tournaments ahead, and wishes to carry forward the same hunger, unity, and fearless spirit that defined this triumph.
