‘India’s Women Warriors’ Script History: Fadnavis, Pawar, Shinde Hail Maiden World Cup Triumph

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Mumbai: In a moment that has redefined Indian cricket, the national women’s team lifted their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup trophy on Sunday night at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium. The packed stands and emotional celebrations captured the nation’s pride as India defeated South Africa to claim a historic victory.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis hailed the players as “India’s Women Warriors,” saying their achievement was a testament to “grit, determination, and teamwork that inspired millions of young dreamers.” Deputy CM Ajit Pawar applauded the team’s consistency, calling the win “an inspiration for generations to come,” while Eknath Shinde praised the “Indian Tigresses” for their commanding performance that stunned South Africa.

India’s innings was powered by Shafali Verma (87), Deepti Sharma (58), and Smriti Mandhana (45), setting a challenging target of 299. The bowlers then ensured victory, with Deepti and Shafali striking crucial blows to crush South Africa’s hopes. The win not only brought home a long-awaited trophy but also signaled the dawn of a new era in Indian women’s cricket.

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