NEW DELHI: India’s recent maiden ICC Women’s World Cup trophy win, achieved with a thrilling 52-run victory over South Africa in Navi Mumbai on Sunday, has ignited celebrations across the nation. This monumental achievement also garnered significant praise from two of the world’s most influential tech leaders, Google CEO Sundar Pichai and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella.
Both ardent cricket enthusiasts, the Silicon Valley titans took to social media to express their immense pride and admiration for the ‘Women in Blue’.
For Pichai, the victory resonated deeply, drawing comparisons to India’s most iconic cricketing triumphs. “That was a nail-biting Women’s World Cup cricket final, memories of 1983 and 2011 indeed,” he shared on X (formerly Twitter). He added, “Congrats to Team India, am sure will inspire a whole generation. Great tournament from South Africa too!”
Satya Nadella echoed this sentiment, describing the day as one where “legends were born.” He applauded both finalists, stating, “Women in Blue = World Champions! Respect to South Africa for making their first-ever final. A truly historic day for women’s cricket — new chapters written, barriers broken, legends born.”
This victory marks a watershed moment for Indian women’s cricket, finally ending decades of near-misses. Harmanpreet Kaur’s formidable and fearless team successfully put to rest the disappointments of 2005 and 2017, etching an unforgettable night into history in front of a packed DY Patil Stadium, as captured in the accompanying Team India photo.
The jubilant celebrations extended beyond the cricketing arena. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia announced a substantial Rs 51 crore cash prize for the World Cup-winning squad, their coaches, and support staff. “In 1983, Kapil Dev inspired a new era for Indian cricket. The same excitement has been rekindled by Harmanpreet Kaur and her team today,” Saikia conveyed.
Saikia further praised Jay Shah’s leadership as ICC Chairman, highlighting his role in spearheading transformative reforms in women’s cricket, including initiatives from pay parity to a remarkable 300% increase in prize money, now reaching $14 million.
From high-profile corporate boardrooms to passionate cricketing arenas, the echoes of India’s triumph resounded with pride. As Nadella aptly summarized, on November 2, 2025, “new legends were born,” signifying the powerful arrival of women’s cricket on the global stage.