India’s historic win in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final was a dream come true for millions of fans and every player had a special role in making it happen. Smriti Mandhana’s consistency, Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership, Deepti Sharma’s all-round talent and Pratika Raval’s fearless batting helped India Women win their first World Cup title.
But one of the most emotional and inspiring stories was that of Amanjot Kaur right after India’s memorable 52-run win over South Africa in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final in Navi Mumbai. Kaur gave her all on the field before suffering heartbreak on November 2.
Amanjot Kaur’s family hid grandmother’s illness during ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
In the final of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 on Sunday, Amanjot produced one of the most defining moments of the tournament when she took a breathtaking catch in the deep to dismiss the dangerous Laura Wolvaardt after completing her century and turn the match in India’s favour.
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That moment played a crucial role in India’s 52-run win over South Africa and their first-ever World Cup title, and that too in front of the home crowd. The 25-year-old all-rounder performed impressively for India throughout the tournament, scoring 146 runs and taking six important wickets.
Unfortunately, Amanjot’s grandmother, who was his biggest supporter from the beginning and constantly encouraged him, suffered a heart attack and had to be hospitalized during the tournament. But Amanjot’s family kept this news away from them till after the final on Sunday.
World Cup win has definitely come as a balm for us: Amanjot Kaur’s father
The cricketer’s family visited the hospital regularly, but they did not tell Amanjot about it, as they did not want him to worry or lose his focus during such an important tournament. Unaware of the domestic conditions, Amanjot played with full dedication and helped India win its first title.
The Indian Express quoted Amanjot’s father Bhupinder Singh as saying, “My mother Bhagwanti has been Amanjot’s pillar of strength since the day he started playing cricket outside on the street and in the park at our Phase 5 residence in Mohali. When I was at my carpentry shop in Balongi, she would make sure to sit outside the house or in the park and watch Amanjot playing with the boys as well as other girls.”
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He further added, “After he suffered a heart attack last month, we did not tell Amanjot about it and in the last few days we have spent time in hospitals for his treatment. The World Cup win has definitely come as a balm in these stressful times.”
Amanjot Kaur’s revelation after World Cup win and match-changing catch
Meanwhile, after India’s World Cup win, Amanjot Kaur opened up about her emotions, remembering the tense moment when she took the crucial catch to dismiss Laura Wolvaardt. She fumbled twice before finally catching the ball.
Overwhelmed with joy, Amanjot spoke about how special the moment was for him and the entire team as the crowd erupted in celebration. Kaur said, “I don’t have words to express it. It means a lot; you can see the crowd all around cheering. We have made history. This is just the beginning; Indian cricket is going to be at the next level.”
He dedicated this win to his family and coaches, saying that his family could not come with him in Mumbai because his grandmother was not well. Amanjot further said, “We are going to dominate the world in every format. Congratulations to everyone present here, my family and my coaches. Everyone has family here. Everyone is sitting at home and watching because my grandmother is not well.”
