Rohit’s leadership across formats and his record-breaking achievements with the bat have defined a golden era for Indian men’s cricket, while Harmanpreet has been a trailblazer for the women’s game.
The 15-member squad will be led by Harmanpreet Kaur, and the Test will follow the white ball format matches (3 T20Is, 3 ODIs), beginning from February 15.
Former Miss Universe and actress Harnaaz Sandhu posed with Indian women’s cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur at the Women’s Premier League opening, reflecting on how their Punjabi roots and Indian identity shaped their global success.
Harmanpreet, who has led Mumbai Indians to two titles in the WPL, said working with the franchise has helped her approach competitions differently.
Deepti Sharma became the leading wicket-taker in women’s T20Is with her 152nd dismissal in 134 matches at 18.62, going past Australia’s Megan Schutt (151 wickets in 123 matches at 16.57).
The victory helped Harmanpreet surpass Australian legend Meg Lanning to become the captain with the most wins in women's T20Is.
Yuvraj was also seen giving a pep talk to the Indian team in a huddle before the second T20 International against South Africa.
Smriti Mandhana had confirmed on Sunday that her wedding with music composer Palash Muchhal has been called off, thus putting end to all speculations surrounding their personal lives.
Indian cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur will appear on an upcoming episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati, reflecting on her early years and the support of her father. The episode highlights how her father’s encouragement and her school principal’s guidance inspired her journey into cricket.
India marked a new chapter in women's cricket under Harmanpreet Kaur's leadership by winning the maiden World Cup title.
Joty gave reference of Kaur due to the controversial 2023 tour of Bangladesh where she smashed the stumps with her bat after getting out.
Cricket’s market(ing) power was never built on merit alone — it was built on belief. When we extend that belief to women cricketers, we will make the game ‘just’. Equality is the most rational investment India can make in its future champions
Mithali and Jhulan, who were on commentary duties at the DY Patil Stadium, were involved in India's World Cup near-misses in 2005 and 2017.
She went on to say that after years of suffering, India's victory on Sunday allowed her to finally put the 2017 defeat behind her and convert it into a source of pride.
PM Modi was also questioned by Harmanpreet Kaur on how he always stays in the present. In response, the prime minister said that over time, it had become a habit and a part of his life.
Omaxe and Harmanpreet Kaur will collaborate on initiatives on athlete development, grassroots outreach, community events and awareness campaigns to promote sports as a viable career and a source of empowerment, the company said.
When the celebrations settled, Indian players took to Instagram to share photos with ICC Women's World Cup trophy.
Social media celebrates coach who turned heartbreak into history. One X user summed it up: 'Amol Muzumdar never wore the India cap as a player. Today, he wears the crown as a coach.'
It was 1983 that gave Indian men’s cricket a real voice on the world stage, and there’s little doubt that 2025 will be a similar watershed moment for the women.
Amol Muzumdar, who took charge of the national team in 2023, praised his squad’s resilience and unity throughout the tournament.
The viral moment comes after a turbulent campaign where India faced consecutive defeats and public criticism following a near-miss against England. Harmanpreet Kaur revealed that the heartbreak united the team.
Now as India won the title, that too in front of home crowd, it was only fitting to see the beacons of women's cricket in India get their dues paid and celebrate the moment with girls, who they once nurtured.
Celebrations filled the streets and social media as Harmanpreet Kaur’s team scripted history, defeating South Africa in the final. Verma was named Player of the Match; Sharma earned Player of the Tournament honours.
Harmanpreet Kaur, who doesn't shy from showcasing raw emotions, did exactly the same as kept running backwards but this time in jubilation with both her arms spread as the stadium broke out in loud roar.
Thanks to Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur, and everyone else that chipped in, these women will have a country behind them when they take the field against South Africa on Sunday afternoon.