In a landmark moment for Indian women’s cricket, the team has secured their inaugural Women’s World Cup title, defeating South Africa in the final. Stars Jemimah Rodrigues and Smriti Mandhana were among the jubilant players who shared glimpses of their historic celebration. The final, held on November 2nd at the Dr DY Patil Stadium, saw India post an impressive 298 runs, ultimately restricting South Africa to 246 and winning by 52 runs to lift the coveted trophy.
Following the thrilling victory, Jemimah Rodrigues took to social media to share a special moment with her followers. A photograph captured Rodrigues and Smriti Mandhana in their hotel room, basking in the glory of their win with the World Cup trophy. The image, captioned “Good morning world,” perfectly encapsulated the team’s overwhelming happiness and the culmination of years of dedication.
Reflecting on the unparalleled success, Smriti Mandhana described the feeling as ‘unreal,’ noting that the victory was still sinking in. She spoke passionately about the team’s consistent belief and the emotional journey, particularly after experiencing previous final disappointments. “We always believe we have a bigger responsibility with women’s cricket,” Mandhana stated, underscoring the impact this win will have. She expressed profound gratitude for the unwavering support throughout the tournament, making this home World Cup victory exceptionally meaningful.