Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Meet Indian Women's Cricket Team After Historic World Cup Win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet the Indian women's cricket team in New Delhi on November 5 after their victory in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, the team won their first-ever World Cup by defeating South Africa. The win has drawn praise from political leaders and celebrities, marking a historic moment for Indian women’s sports.
The Indian women’s cricket team, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, achieved a historic milestone by winning their maiden ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 on November 2 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. They defeated South Africa in the final, with standout performances from Shafali Verma, who scored 87 runs and took two key wickets. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the team’s skill and tenacity in a message on social media, calling the victory a landmark moment for women’s sports in India. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Union Home Minister Amit Shah also congratulated the team, highlighting its inspirational impact on the nation. Following the win, the Prime Minister is likely to meet the team in New Delhi on November 5. The victory ignited nationwide celebrations, including a team anthem released by the Indian Cricket Board. Bollywood celebrities also lauded the team’s performance, underscoring the widespread recognition of this historic achievement. This triumph ends a long wait for an ICC title by Indian women’s cricket and is seen as a defining moment to motivate future generations of female athletes.
