India defeated South Africa in the final of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 by 52 runs at DY Patil stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.
Indian women's cricket reached a watershed moment, reminiscent of the men's historic 1983 triumph, with the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side ending its ICC trophy drought.
The team was congratulated by many eminent personalities, such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Modi Congratulates Team On 'Spectacular Win'
Modi congratulated the Indian team on their victory, remarking that they exhibited great skill and confidence along with excellent teamwork.
"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 historic win will motivate future champions to take up sports," Modi wrote.
Virat Kohli Congratulates Team India For 'Historic Feat'
Sachin Tendulkar Calls India Win 'Defining Moment' In Women's Cricket
Cricket Veteran Mithali Raj Lauds Team India's Performance
Veteran cricketer Mithali Raj called the team's performance "great" while celebrating the victory.
"This is something which we have been waiting for in years, finally we have got to see that. The team's performance was great," Raj told PTI.