Indialed the women’s cricket team of Harmanpreet Kaurclaimed his maternal home ICC Women’s World Cup The title, and with it, a place in the annals of history. The journey was long, full of hard struggles, near-misses and moments of disappointment. From the heartbreaks in 2005 and 2017 to this final victory, the nation remained united in bittersweet euphoria. But this victory, this culmination of a struggle of generations, was more than just lifting a trophy; It was a legacy that was fulfilled.
Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami’s emotional reaction on India’s Women’s World Cup 2025
Mithali RajThe woman who carried India’s hopes forward in every difficult situation could only say a heartfelt ‘thank you’ when the Indian team handed her the trophy. A legend in every sense, Mithali’s journey was one of decency, consistency and unwavering commitment. The first captain to lead India to a Women’s World Cup final, she came very close to the title twice, in 2005 and again in 2017.
But on November 3, 2025, when she was holding the World Cup for the first time, not as a player, but as a proud spectator of her team’s victory, the weight of her career dedication increased. Her eyes sparkled with joy, her words, though few, spoke volumes. Mithali’s leadership laid the foundation of this historic victory by preparing players like Harmanpreet. Smriti Mandhana And Deepti SharmaAll of them will become pioneers in women’s cricket in future. This World Cup was as much his dream as it was his.
For Jhulan GoswamiThe night of November 3, 2025 was one of unbridled emotions. The fast bowler who had broken records by taking more than 200 wickets in ODIs and stood as one of the strongest forces in women’s cricket, was no longer able to hold back her tears. As he was handed the trophy, the weight of his career, his struggles and his triumphs weighed down on him. Holding the World Cup, she was not just a cricketer celebrating victory; She was the epitome of resilience, a woman who had given everything for this moment.
With tears streaming down her face, she tightly hugged Harmanpreet, who was her biggest support. Past pain, close calls and years of perseverance culminated in a moment of pure joy. He celebrated with teammates like Smriti and Richa GhoshTogether, they weren’t just celebrating the World Cup; They were celebrating the journey that took them through sacrifice, passion and countless dreams that ultimately came true.
Harmanpreet Kaur’s tribute to Mithali, Jhulan, Anjum Chopra and Reema Malhotra
Once the winning streak started, Harmanpreet made sure that the celebration was more than a team celebration, it became a tribute to an entire era. Along with her teammates, she headed towards the stands, where Mithali and Jhulan were waiting silently, years of unfulfilled dreams shining in their eyes. Harmanpreet came up to them, hugged both of them and handed over the trophy, a gesture that went beyond symbolism. This was as the torch of Indian cricket was handed back to its torch bearers. Overwhelmed Jhulan cried openly; Mitali, who was always calm, smiled with dim eyes and could only say the word ‘Thank you’.
Anjum ChopraRemembering the shared years of guidance and growth, another pillar of Indian cricket joins in. Reema MalhotraHer voice rang with emotion as she sang along with them, turning the stadium into a symphony of gratitude. These words reflect an emotional lineage from pioneer to trailblazer. The night didn’t just mark India’s first World Cup win; It united generations of cricketers in an unforgettable, tear-filled celebration, the moment when women’s cricket in India truly became eternal.
Emotions were so high that Anjum Chopra did an interview with Harmanpreet in Punjabi on World Feed (which is in English).. Harman spoke so well here. How nice. Look how happy Reema is for him.
Best interview of the night IMO. #harmanpreetkaur #Indian women’s team pic.twitter.com/KUPJWVKFXc
—Gaurav Nandan Tripathi Gaurav Narayan Trimurti (@Cric_Beyond_Ent) 2 November 2025
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