Harmanpreet Kaur Celebrates ICC Women’s World Cup Win with Father

Mumbai, November 4, 2025: Indian cricket created history on Sunday night as Harmanpreet Kaur led the Indian women’s team to its maiden ICC Women’s World Cup title. In a pulsating finale at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, India defeated South Africa by 52 runs to lift the coveted trophy — marking a golden chapter in Indian sports.

Batting first, India posted an imposing total of 298 for 7 in 50 overs, thanks to disciplined partnerships and aggressive stroke play. In reply, South Africa fought hard but were bowled out for 246, handing India a memorable win that sent the nation into celebration mode.

The victory wasn’t just about the runs and wickets — it was about years of dedication, resilience, and the dreams of millions. As soon as the final wicket fell, emotions overflowed on the field. The most heartwarming moment came when Harmanpreet Kaur leapt into her father Harmander Singh Bhullar’s arms, celebrating the historic win in an embrace that quickly went viral on social media.

Harmander, a former sportsman from Punjab and Harmanpreet’s first coach, has been her guiding force since childhood. Their touching moment symbolized the years of hard work and family support behind every sporting success story.

After the match, the team paid tribute to Indian cricket legends Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami, who were handed the trophy in a gesture of respect and gratitude. Both former captains have been instrumental in shaping women’s cricket in India, paving the way for this new generation of champions.

An emotional Harmanpreet Kaur dedicated the win to her mentors, saying, “Jhulan Di was my biggest support. When I joined the team, she guided me when I knew very little about cricket. Mithali Di and Anjum (Chopra) also played huge roles in my journey. I’m proud that we could share this victory with them.”

This triumph is a watershed moment for women’s cricket in India — a victory that symbolizes perseverance, unity, and belief. As fireworks lit up the Mumbai sky and fans across the nation cheered, one thing became clear: Indian women’s cricket has finally reached its pinnacle.