A moment of history ensued for India as the country’s Blind Women’s Team lifted the first-ever Blind Women’s T20 World Cup on Sunday.
Notably, India defeated Nepal in a one-sided affair in Colombo. ICC Chairman Jay Shah, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah were among the dignitaries who congratulated the side on its achievement. PM Modi congratulated the Indian women’s Team, saying that it is a “shining example of hard work, teamwork and determination”.
After opting to field first, Indian bowlers displayed a brilliant show with the ball. The Indian bowlers bowled tight lines, limiting Nepal to 114/5 in 20 overs. Opener Phula Saren played a match-winning knock, which earned her the Player of the Match.
Taking to X, PM Modi posted, “Congratulations to Indian Blind Women’s Cricket Team for creating history by winning the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup! More commendable is the fact that they stayed unbeaten in the series. This is indeed a historic sporting achievement, a shining example of hardwork, teamwork and determination. Each player is a champion! My best wishes to the team for their future endeavours. This feat will inspire generations to come.”
Also, the International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah congratulated the team for their feat, which he said, “redefines the limits of ability”.
Taking to X, Jay wrote, “Congratulations to the @blind_cricket Indian team for winning the first-ever Blind Women’s T20 World Cup, an event that re-defines the limits of ‘ability’ and inspires differently abled athletes in India and around the world.”
After scripting history, India captain Deepika TC opened up that they are very proud of this win. She added that the entire team worked hard to lift the title.
“We are very proud, and it is a huge win. Our entire team worked very hard. It is a very strong team and other teams are afraid of playing with us. We are even ready to play with the men’s team.” Deepika TC said after winning the match.