Virat Kohli shared a heartfelt message after India clinched their maiden ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title with a 52-run win over South Africa in Navi Mumbai on November 2. The former India captain praised the team for what he called a “historic moment” in Indian cricket, underlining the hard work and perseverance that led to the achievement.
Kohli posted on social media shortly after the final, expressing his pride in seeing India lift the trophy on home soil. “The girls have created history and I couldn't be more proud as an Indian to see the hard work of so many years come to life finally,” he wrote, acknowledging the team’s journey over multiple years, tournaments, and setbacks.
A Message Rooted in Recognition and Respect
Kohli’s post emphasized not just the result, but the effort behind it. He congratulated captain Harmanpreet Kaur and the entire squad, noting the contribution of support staff and management. The message resonated with fans who saw this as long-awaited validation of the growing strength of women’s cricket in India.
A Moment That Goes Beyond the Trophy
What stood out most was the final line of Kohli’s post, where he called the win a turning point for women’s sports in the country: “This will inspire generations of girls to take up the sport in our country. Jai Hind.”
This sentiment struck a chord across platforms. It reiterated that the World Cup win carries significance outside the boundary ropes; it has the potential to reshape sporting aspirations among young girls nationwide.
For years, women’s cricket in India has worked to gain the same visibility and support that the men’s team enjoys. This victory, celebrated in front of a packed home crowd, marked a milestone moment, one that may redefine how young athletes see possibilities in Indian sport.
National Pride and a Path Forward
Kohli’s message echoed what many felt: that India’s win was not just a cricketing achievement, but a cultural one. It symbolizes belief, representation, and possibility. As celebrations continue, the words “This will inspire generations” may well define the long-term legacy of this victory, a moment that children across the country will grow up remembering, and perhaps, start their own journeys from.