India created history by winning their first-ever Women’s World Cup title, defeating South Africa in a thrilling final in Navi Mumbai. The triumph led to the festivities and teary-eyed reactions from the players, coaches, and fans as well.
Shafali Verma – Player of the Match
Shafali Verma’s notable work was given her the Player of the Match trophy. “I clearly knew I had to do something out of the ordinary and these days it really came about. It may be very tough to express the feeling I felt in words,” she stated. ” Coming into the tournament midway was tough, but I stayed calm and believed in myself. My goal was to score runs and help the team win, and thankfully, it worked out,” she said. Shafali additionally stated that watching cricket fantastic Sachin Tendulkar within the stands turned into the motive for her greater zeal. “It became a totally magical moment. Just seeing him gave me energy,” she concluded.
Deepti Sharma – Player of the Tournament
Allrounder Deepti Sharma, the Player of the Tournament, expressed that the victory still appears as if it had been a dream. “I’m so happy to have contributed in the final. The fans supported us throughout, and this victory is as much theirs as it is ours. We focused on taking lessons from every match and stayed positive,” she stated.
Deepti gave credit to the team for their support and trust during the difficult moments, particularly when facing Laura Wolvaardt.
Amanjot Kaur and Richa Ghosh Celebrate History
Amanjot Kaur, whose impactful catch changed the course of the match, musing over the moment of time reflected, “That catch was extremely crucial. I dropped the ball once but was given another chance. We have made history, and this is simply the beginning of the Indian women’s cricket journey,” she said.
Richa Ghosh spoke about the emotions experienced by the team during the huddle. “We have been waiting for this moment for a very long time. Everyone put in their utmost effort today. Even though there was pressure, the trust that we had in each other enabled us to perform. We are very proud of this victory,” she concluded.
Pratika Rawal Joins the Celebration
Even sidelined player Pratika Rawal joined the celebrations, rising from her wheelchair to cheer with teammates. “It feels so proud to be a member of this squad. I found it very difficult to watch from the sidelines and yet, the on-field spirit gave me shivers. This triumph is for the entire nation of India,” she said.
Smriti Mandhana on the Journey
Captain Smriti Mandhana described the moment as “unreal.” “To see ‘Champions – India’ at home is amazing. Every World Cup brought heartbreaks, but we kept our eyes on the prize. The last 45 days without proper sleep were all for this moment. Our power lies in how we have been supporting each other during the good and bad times. The team environment is just magica,” she said.
Coach Amol Muzumdar’s Pride
Head coach Amol Muzumdar acknowledged the hard work and dedication of the players. “It is an incredible success. They have made every Indian proud. Shafali’s work was awesome and the team’s good health and fielding efforts were rewarded most felicitously on the day of the final match,” he said.
The historic triumph of India is a landmark moment for the women’s cricket team in the country, promising a brighter future and inspiring generations to come.
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