Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann congratulated the Indian women’s cricket team for their stunning victory over Australia in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semifinal, where India won by five wickets to storm into the tournament’s grand finale.
Bhagwant Mann Congratulates Indian Women’s Cricket Team for Beating Australia
Sharing his joy on social media, Mann praised the team’s determination and spirit, especially highlighting captain Harmanpreet Kaur, calling her the “pride of Punjab.” He wrote in Punjabi, “ਭਾਰਤੀ ਮਹਿਲਾ ਕ੍ਰਿਕਟ ਟੀਮ ਦੀ ਸ਼ਾਨਦਾਰ ਜਿੱਤ… ਟੀਮ ਦੀ ਕਪਤਾਨ ਤੇ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੀ ਸ਼ਾਨ ਹਰਮਨਪ੍ਰੀਤ ਕੌਰ ਸਣੇ ਪੂਰੀ ਟੀਮ ਨੂੰ ਬਹੁਤ-ਬਹੁਤ ਮੁਬਾਰਕਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਫਾਈਨਲ ਮੈਚ ਲਈ ਸ਼ੁੱਭਕਾਮਨਾਵਾਂ… ਚੱਕ ਦੇ ਇੰਡੀਆ…”
The Chief Minister extended heartfelt wishes to the team for the final match, expressing confidence that the women’s squad would make the nation proud once again. “Their discipline, teamwork, and confidence have inspired millions of young girls to dream big and believe in themselves,” he said.
India’s triumph came after a gripping contest
India’s triumph came after a gripping contest, where the bowlers restricted Australia to a modest total before the batters displayed calm and composure during the chase. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur played a captain’s knock, anchoring the innings and leading from the front, while Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues provided crucial support.
This victory holds special significance, as it marks India’s first win against Australia in a World Cup semifinal in nearly two decades. The historic win has set social media abuzz with congratulatory messages from across the country, with fans, cricketers, and public figures hailing the team’s resilience and unity.
In Punjab, where Harmanpreet Kaur hails from Moga district, celebrations erupted as locals took to the streets, waving flags and distributing sweets. Many expressed pride in seeing a Punjabi player leading the national team to such a monumental win on the world stage.
Sports enthusiasts and analysts have also praised the rise of women’s cricket in India, crediting improved infrastructure, domestic leagues, and the players’ consistent hard work. The team’s qualification for the final has reignited hopes of a maiden World Cup title.
As India gears up for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final, the nation’s eyes are firmly set on the team that has united the country with its passion, skill, and spirit.
