One of the greatest figures of women’s cricket, former Indian fast bowler Jhulan Goswami shared a deeply emotional account of celebrating India’s ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 victory with captain Harmanpreet Kaur and vice-captain. Smriti Mandhana,
A dream comes true for Jhulan Goswami
Speaking about India’s emphatic win over South Africa in the final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, Jhulan described the experience as one of the most gratifying moments of her career – even though she was no longer on the field.
“When they came to me with the trophy, that was the biggest moment of my cricket career.” Jhulan revealed on the sets of Bigg Boss Season 19. Goswami, who was part of India’s heartbreaking defeats in the 2005 and 2017 World Cups, said seeing the team win the trophy after almost two decades felt like the culmination of a lifelong dream.
Jhulan Goswami and Anjum Chopra in Bigg Boss pic.twitter.com/lyYE94BC4O
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India’s 52-run victory over South Africa in the final marked a historic milestone – the country’s first ICC Women’s World Cup title. As the celebrations began, Harmanpreet, Smriti and the rest of the Indian team made a heartfelt gesture that left fans across the country emotional.
They Jhulan was invited to join other leading players Mithali Raj and Anjum Chopra in lifting the World Cup trophy.The symbolic moment representing unity between generations of Indian women cricketers was captured in countless photographs and videos, which quickly went viral on social media.
Jhulan, who was working as a broadcaster during the tournament, was seen hugging Harmanpreet amid tears of joy. “The wait was long, but the joy… unmatched,” he later said, summarizing two decades of dedication, struggle and faith.
Jhulan Goswami and Anjum Chopra in Bigg Boss pic.twitter.com/lyYE94BC4O
– RCBIAN Official (@RcbianOfficial) 8 November 2025
The gesture from the current team was more than a celebration – it was an acknowledgment of the foundation laid by pioneers like Jhulan, Mithali and Anjum. Their efforts have paved the way for the success of today’s generation and this moment symbolizes continuity of spirit and determination.
By sharing the stage with their predecessors, Harmanpreet’s team not only honored their cricketing legacy but also highlighted the collective journey of Indian women’s cricket – from fighting for recognition to achieving global dominance.
Jhulan’s presence and her emotional reaction shows what this victory means to those who have dreamed of such a day for a long time. His embrace with Harmanpreet came out as one of the most iconic sports images of 2025, representing gratitude, perseverance and satisfaction.
“Unforgettable Nights”: Jhulan
During a special Bigg Boss 19 episode celebrating the World Cup win, Jhulan revisited those unforgettable scenes at the DY Patil Stadium. He described Vijay Ratri as “Who will always be with me”It was described as not only a celebration of the achievements of the current team, but also a moment of unity for all generations of Indian women cricketers.
he adds, “It wasn’t just my dream; it was a dream for all who came before us – for those who believed, even when no one else believed.”
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