Indian Women’s Cricket Team Gifts President Murmu Signed Jersey After Historic World Cup Win
World Cup winners gift President Murmu a fully signed Team India jersey at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The Indian women’s cricket team, fresh off their historic ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 triumph, met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Thursday. In an emotional and celebratory gesture, team captain Harmanpreet Kaur presented President Murmu with a World Cup jersey carrying the signatures of all team members. The squad’s victory has been hailed as a landmark moment in Indian sports, marking the nation’s first-ever global title in women’s cricket.
India secured their maiden crown after defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final held in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. The victory has inspired millions and ushered in a new era for women’s cricket in the country. During the meeting, President Murmu lauded the players for their extraordinary performance, acknowledging their role in elevating women’s sports in India and serving as an inspiration for future generations.
“Members of the Indian Women Cricket Team, winners of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The President congratulated the team and said they have created history and become role models for the younger generation,” read an official post from the President’s handle on X. The President also emphasized that the team symbolized India’s unity in diversity—representing different regions, social backgrounds, and circumstances but coming together with one identity as Team India.
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During the interaction, Harmanpreet Kaur also presented the World Cup trophy to the President, who expressed her appreciation for the players’ collective effort, discipline, and determination. The meeting reflected both pride and gratitude, as the country continues to celebrate one of its most cherished cricketing achievements.
Earlier, the team had met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence in New Delhi on Wednesday, where he commended their thrilling campaign and hailed their indomitable spirit. The back-to-back interactions with the nation’s leadership underscore the magnitude of India’s triumph—a victory that transcends sport and stands as a symbol of empowerment, perseverance, and unity.
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