New Delhi | November 6 | SKY LINK TIMES
PM Modi Meets Women’s Cricket Champions:
The celebration of India’s maiden Women’s ODI World Cup triumph reached its emotional peak as Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the victorious Indian women’s cricket team at his official residence, Lok Kalyan Marg, on Wednesday evening.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur and vice-captain Smriti Mandhana led the team in presenting the World Cup trophy to PM Modi, expressing heartfelt gratitude for the encouraging words he shared with them after their 2017 World Cup final loss to England — words they say became their biggest motivation.
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“Your Words Inspired Us to Work Harder”: Harmanpreet Kaur to PM Modi
Recalling the team’s 2017 meeting with the Prime Minister, Harmanpreet said,
“Sir, I still remember when we met you back in 2017. At that time, we hadn’t brought the trophy home, but today it’s an honour for us to present to you the trophy we’ve been working hard for all these years. You’ve doubled our happiness today.”
She further added that the team’s aim is to keep improving and “meet you again and again — with more trophies.”
PM Modi, in his trademark warmth, praised the women’s team for inspiring the entire nation through their determination and comeback spirit after facing trolling during the league stage.
“In India, cricket is not just a sport — it’s a way of life. You’ve brought pride to every Indian home,” he said.
Mandhana: “Winning the Trophy at Home Was Destiny”
Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana also reflected on the emotional journey from 2017 to 2025, saying,
“When we met you in 2017, we came empty-handed, but your words stayed with us. Over the next 6-7 years, we worked hard and faced heartbreaks, but it was our destiny to win the first Women’s World Cup at home.”
She also highlighted the growing empowerment of women across fields, crediting the Prime Minister’s initiatives that inspired countless young girls to pursue excellence.
“We are seeing women on top these days — in ISRO, in sports, everywhere. It inspires us to do better and motivate other girls,” Mandhana added.
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PM Modi’s Heartfelt Interaction Goes Viral
The meeting was filled with laughter and light-hearted moments as the Prime Minister discussed cricket memories and congratulated players like Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, and Harleen Deol for their performances.
PM Modi recalled Harleen’s iconic 2021 catch and Harmanpreet’s final match moment when she pocketed the winning ball. He also asked the team to spread the message of ‘Fit India’, encouraging them to inspire young students across the country.
The interaction soon went viral on social media, with clips of PM Modi joking, listening intently, and celebrating with the champions trending nationwide.
India’s Historic Triumph
India ended a long wait for an ICC trophy by defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup Final at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, on Sunday. The victory marked a new era for Indian women’s cricket, symbolizing perseverance, teamwork, and national pride.
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