'Defining moment in journey of Indian women’s cricket': Cricketing legends react to World Cup win

Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli are among those who congratulated the Indian women’s team for their historic ICC World Cup 2025 triumph.
India's players celebrate after winning the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup final match between India and South Africa in Navi Mumbai, India, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025.
India's players celebrate after winning the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup final match between India and South Africa in Navi Mumbai, India, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. Photo | AP
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Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar voiced his joy on X, praising the Indian women’s team for their outstanding World Cup victory.

"1983 inspired an entire generation to dream big and chase those dreams. Today, our Women’s Cricket Team has done something truly special. They have inspired countless young girls across the country to pick up a bat and ball, take the field and believe that they too can lift that trophy one day. This is a defining moment in the journey of Indian women’s cricket. Well done, Team India. You’ve made the whole nation proud," he wrote on X

Another cricketing legend Virat Kohli also congratulated the Indian women’s team on their remarkable World Cup win.

"The girls have created history and I couldn’t be more proud as an Indian to see the hard work of so many years come to life finally. They deserve all the applause and a big congratulations to Harman and the whole team for achieving this historic feat," he posted on Instagram.

"Also congratulations to the whole squad and the management for the work behind the scenes. Well done india. Enjoy the moment to the fullest. This will inspire generations of girls to take up the sport in our country. Jai hind," he added.

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