As the Indian women’s cricket team gears up to face South Africa in the ICC Women’s World Cup final this Sunday in Navi Mumbai, an outpouring of support has flooded in from the wider cricketing community. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a video showcasing several prominent male cricketers and head coach Gautam Gambhir, all extending their heartfelt best wishes to Captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her squad before their pivotal title match.
Leading this wave of encouragement, former cricketer and coach Gautam Gambhir urged the team to fully embrace the momentous occasion. “On behalf of the entire support staff and the Indian team, I want to wish the women’s team all the very best,” Gambhir stated. “Enjoy the occasion, be fearless, and don’t be afraid to make mistakes. You’ve already made the entire country incredibly proud.”
T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav also delivered a heartfelt message, commending the team’s exceptional journey and advising them to remain authentic to their playing style. “Wishing the women’s team all the very best for the World Cup final,” Yadav expressed. “Just enjoy the occasion and be yourselves. You’ve had an amazing campaign so far.”
Among the numerous well-wishes, pacer Arshdeep Singh’s message resonated with his characteristic humor and unwavering confidence. With a smile, he declared, “We just want to wish you luck. The trophy is right here; you just have to go pick it up.”
Further support poured in from other prominent Indian stars, including Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Sanju Samson, Varun Chakravarthy, and Jitesh Sharma. They joined countless fans in rallying behind the team as they prepare for their historic match.
Gambhir concluded his powerful message with a direct charge to “bring the cup home,” a sentiment echoed by Suryakumar, who encouraged the team to make one “last, determined push for India.”
This World Cup final represents a monumental opportunity for the Harmanpreet Kaur-led team, as they vie for India’s first-ever ICC title. It marks their third appearance in a tournament decider, while their opponents, South Africa, are making their debut in a World Cup final, setting the stage for an unforgettable moment in women’s cricket history.