India erupted in celebration on Sunday as the women’s cricket team achieved what millions had long dreamed of — winning the ICC Women’s World Cup for the first time. Under the spirited leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, Team India defeated South Africa by a commanding margin of 52 runs at Mumbai’s Dr. DY Patil Stadium, marking a historic moment in the 52-year history of the tournament. This was the third time India reached a World Cup final, and this time, the “Harman Brigade” turned hope into history.
The thrilling victory filled the nation with pride and joy. From the Prime Minister to sports legends and millions of fans, everyone joined in applauding the incredible achievement of these daughters of India. The victory has not only brought the coveted trophy home but also ignited a new wave of inspiration for aspiring young girls across the country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the chorus of congratulations, calling the triumph a symbol of determination, teamwork, and self-belief. In his post on X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, “The Indian team’s victory in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 final is truly extraordinary. Their performance displayed remarkable skill and confidence throughout the tournament. Congratulations to our players for this historic win that will inspire generations of future champions.”
Home Minister Amit Shah also shared his admiration for the team’s performance, describing it as a “moment of national pride.” In his message, he said, “Salute to the world champion Team India! This historic victory has raised India’s glory to new heights. Your outstanding cricketing talent will motivate countless young girls to dream big. Heartiest congratulations to the entire team.”
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…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 2, 2025
From the states, leaders echoed the national sentiment. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed heartfelt appreciation, writing, “Historic victory! Heartfelt congratulations to the world champion Indian women’s cricket team and all fellow citizens. You are the pride of our nation. Jai Hind!”
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan praised the team’s performance with an emotional note, saying, “Our daughters are champions — they’ve won hearts and conquered the world! This World Cup win proves that the sky is not the limit for India’s daughters. Congratulations to every citizen and our incredible team for this proud moment.”
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also applauded the victory, describing it as an unforgettable moment for Indian sports. He said, “Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to the Indian team for their remarkable performance in the ICC Women’s World Cup final. Their teamwork, confidence, and commitment throughout the tournament have made the entire nation proud. This historic win will inspire generations to take up sports with greater enthusiasm.”
Joining the celebrations, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar wrote, “World Champions! Congratulations to our #WomenInBlue for their superb win in the 2025 Women’s World Cup. A proud moment for Indian cricket.”
Adding a touch of nostalgia, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar reflected on how the victory connects to India’s sporting past. He wrote, “The 1983 World Cup inspired an entire generation to dream big and achieve the impossible. Today, our women’s team has done something truly special. They’ve inspired countless young girls across India to pick up the bat and ball and believe they too can lift the trophy one day. This is a defining moment in Indian women’s cricket. Well done, Team India — you’ve made the entire nation proud.”
As the celebrations continue across the country, one thing is clear — this victory is much more than a sporting milestone. It represents the rise of women’s cricket in India, the power of perseverance, and the unshakable spirit of champions who turned dreams into reality. The triumph of Team India will echo for years to come, inspiring millions to chase their own version of glory.
