Shraddha Kapoor Draws Parallels Between Women’s World Cup Wins and 1983 Triumph

On November 2, a historic moment unfolded for the Women in Blue as the Indian women’s national cricket team achieved an exhilarating victory. They beat South Africa by 52 runs at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, clinching the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. This is India’s first title, and Shafali Verma was named Player of the Match, embodying the spirit of their triumphant run.

Following the match, many celebrated this pivotal moment on social media. Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor drew a powerful comparison between this win and the legendary 1983 Cricket World Cup victory, emphasizing its significance for the nation. She expressed gratitude on her official Instagram account for this moment, stating, “For decades, we only heard from our parents about what 1983 felt like. Thank you, girls, for giving us this moment.”

Amitabh Bachchan also took to Twitter, celebrating the remarkable achievement, while director SS Rajamouli praised the team’s collective effort and dedication. “CHAMPIONS OF THE WORLD! 🇮🇳 Our Women in Blue have done it!” he shared.

Expressing her joy, actress Kareena Kapoor Khan shared her happiness on Twitter, while Farhan Akhtar emphasized the historical significance of the win for women’s sports in India. Hrithik Roshan also joined the celebrations, congratulating the team for their monumental achievement.

Others like Abhishek Bachchan, Anushka Sharma, and Ajay Devgn also took to their social platforms to express admiration for the team’s victory. It’s a proud moment for the nation and the Women’s Cricket World Cup.