Indiawomen’s cricket team, led by Harmanpreet Kaurhad claimed his maid ICC Women’s World Cup title, and with it, a place in the annals of history. The journey had been long, full of tough battles, near misses, and moments of despair. From the heartbreaks of 2005 and 2017 to this definitive triumph, the nation stood united in bittersweet euphoria. But this victory, this culmination of generations of struggle, was more than just lifting a trophy; It was a legacy fulfilled.
Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami’s emotional reaction to India Women’s World Cup 2025
Mithali Rajthe woman who had carried India’s hopes through thick and thin, could only whisper a sincere ‘thank you’ as the Indian team presented her with the trophy. A legend in every sense, Mithali’s journey was filled with grace, consistency and unwavering commitment. The first captain to lead India to a Women’s World Cup final, she had come agonizingly close to the title twice, in 2005 and again in 2017.
But on November 3, 2025, as she celebrated 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’s dedication seemed to lift. His eyes shone with joy, his words, although few, said it all. Mithali’s leadership laid the foundation for this historic victory, nurturing players like Harmanpreet, Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharmawho would become the standard bearers of women’s cricket. This World Cup was as much his dream as it was theirs.
For Jhulan GoswamiThe night of November 3, 2025 was one of unbridled emotion. The fast bowler who had broken records with over 200 wickets in ODIs and emerged as one of the most formidable forces in women’s cricket could no longer hold back her tears. When she was presented with the trophy, the weight of her career, her struggles and her triumphs overwhelmed her. Celebrating the World Cup, she was not just a cricketer celebrating a victory; she was the embodiment of resilience, a woman who had given everything for this moment.
With tears streaming down his face, he tightly hugged Harmanpreet, his protégé, his greatest support. Past pain, close calls, and years of perseverance culminated in a moment of pure joy. He celebrated with teammates like Smriti and Richa Ghosh. Together, they weren’t just celebrating a World Cup; They were celebrating the journey that brought them here, one of sacrifice, passion, and countless dreams that had finally come true.
Harmanpreet Kaur’s tribute to Mithali, Jhulan, Anjum Chopra and Reema Malhotra
Once the victory lap began, Harmanpreet made sure the celebration was more than a team affair – it became a tribute to an entire era. With his teammates gathered, he turned to the stands where Mithali and Jhulan stood, waiting silently, their eyes reflecting years of unfulfilled dreams. Harmanpreet approached them, hugged them both and handed them the trophy, a gesture that transcended symbolism. It was the torch of Indian cricket returned to its flame bearers. Jhulan, overwhelmed, wept openly; Mithali, ever composed, smiled with misty eyes, the words ‘thank you’ were all she could manage.
Anjum Chopraanother pillar of Indian cricket, came together and recalled the shared years of guidance and growth. Reema MalhotraThe voice rang with emotion as he sang along with them, turning the stadium into a symphony of gratitude. Those words reflected an emotional lineage, from pioneers to torchbearers. The night not only marked India’s first World Cup victory; united generations of cricketers in an unforgettable, tear-filled celebration of the moment when women’s cricket in India truly became eternal.
Emotions are so high that Anjum Chopra did an interview with Harmanpreet in Punjabi on the world feed (which is in English 😭). Harman spoke very well here. Very good. Look how happy Reema is for her.
The best interview of the night in my opinion. #HarmanpreetKaur #TeamIndianWomen pic.twitter.com/KUPJWVKFXc
— Gaurav Nandan Tripathi | गौरव नंदन त्रिपाठी (@Cric_Beyond_Ent) November 2, 2025
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This article was first published in WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.
