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India echoes with Smriti Mandhana’s victory, leaves Virat Kohli behind in World Cup
Samira Vishwas | November 4, 2025 8:24 AM CST

India’s women’s cricket team finally did what crores of Indians were waiting for – Women’s World Cup titleThe player whose bat spoke most behind this historic victory was Smriti Mandhana — “Mandy” of Team India, who surprised the world with her performance.

Smriti Mandhana’s story is no less than a film script. His journey from the streets of Sangli, Maharashtra to becoming a world champion is an example of struggle, passion and dedication. He was inspired to play cricket by his brother’s newspaper cutting Took after seeing.

Actually, his elder brother Srinivas Mandhana Used to play cricket. One day when he saw his brother’s picture in the newspaper, he decided that one day his name would also be in the headlines. And from there began the cricket journey named ‘Smriti Mandhana’, which is now recorded in golden letters in the history of Indian women’s cricket.

Smriti performed brilliantly in the final of World Cup 2025 century Root, which laid the foundation of India’s victory. Not only cricket lovers but even former greats were stunned to see his batting class. She played such an inning that the spectators present in the stadium started chanting “Mandhana…Mandhana…” again and again.

The special thing about Smriti’s cricket career is that she achieved great success at an early age. Only 16 years old This player, who made her debut for India in 2017, caught everyone’s attention with her powerful strokes right from the beginning. Smriti, who plays left-handed, was praised for her timing, technique and shot selection.Woman Virat Kohli” It was said.

In the final, he not only gave sleepless nights to the opposition bowlers, but the restraint he showed during the run chase was like that of an experienced player. Cricket experts believed that Smriti’s performance in this final surpassed many of Virat Kohli’s World Cup performances.

Smriti told the media after the match – “This victory is not just of the team, but of every girl who dares to dream. I took inspiration from a small news cutting of my brother and today that inspiration took me to the biggest stage of the world.”

This statement of hers inspired millions of girls. People on social media say “India’s Real Queen of Cricket” are saluting. #SmritiMandhana and #QueenMandy started trending on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Her coach told that Smriti has always been very disciplined on and off the field. When other players rested, she would take extra practice in the nets. He believed that hard work was the only way to make dreams a reality.

Mandhana’s family has also played a big role in this success. Her father, who himself runs a cricket club, always encouraged his daughter. At the same time, his mother supported him in every tournament. Smriti said, “I can never forget the sacrifice that my mother has made for me. If I can win the World Cup, then it is her biggest contribution.”

Today Smriti Mandhana is not just a cricketer, but symbol of women empowerment Has been made. He proved that if there is passion and confidence, no dream remains unfulfilled.

After winning the World Cup, everyone from the Prime Minister to Bollywood stars congratulated Smriti and Team India. Virat Kohli tweeted – “Smriti’s game was amazing. She is the new inspiration of India.”

Smriti Mandhana’s story teaches us that success comes to those who know how to convert small inspirations into big flights.

Today, when India’s name has become high in the world of cricket, Smriti Mandhana’s contribution in it cannot be ignored.Jhansi ki Rani of modern era” No less. She proved that cricket is not just a man’s game — daughters can also write history with the bat.


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