It was a night etched forever in the annals of Indian cricket. The Women in Blue achieved an extraordinary feat, capturing their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup title with a decisive 52-run victory over South Africa at the iconic DY Patil Stadium. As the nation erupted in joyous celebration, one particular moment stood out for its profound emotion.
From the stands, Rohit Sharma, India’s top-ranked ODI batter, was visibly overcome. The cameras captured him applauding fiercely, his eyes welling up with tears as he witnessed the women’s team script this historic triumph. It was a powerful image that resonated deeply with fans across the country, showing the unity and shared pride within Indian cricket.
Rohit, himself a celebrated leader who guided India to Men’s World Cup and Champions Trophy victories in 2024 and 2025 respectively, was among the special invitees. Throughout the match, he watched every ball intently, his expressions mirroring the game’s tension and excitement. He smiled as Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana meticulously built India’s innings. But it was the final wicket, taken by Deepti Sharma, that truly brought the emotion to the surface. Rohit rose to his feet, clapping through misty eyes, deeply moved by the monumental victory.
This was more than just a win for Harmanpreet Kaur’s squad; it was a victory for the entire Indian cricketing community. After the heartbreaks of 2005 and 2017, the women’s team had finally completed their journey to glory in 2025. Rohit Sharma’s tearful applause under the bright Navi Mumbai lights perfectly symbolized this collective achievement, representing unity, immense pride, and a shared legacy of greatness in Indian cricket.