“Slow down…”- Harmanpreet Kaur reveals Sachin Tendulkar’s advice ahead of Women’s World Cup 2025 final
India women's team's captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, leaks the suggestion of Sachin Tendulkar ahead of their final against South Africa in the Women's World Cup 2025 at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.
The Indian women’s team has won its maiden ICC World Cup after beating South Africa in the final at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Their captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, recalled the advice of the former player, Sachin Tendulkar, and others ahead of the final on November 02.
In the semifinal against Australia, the Blue Brigade completed a fine chase on the back of a fine century from Jemimah Rodrigues, who remained unbeaten on 127 runs as they beat the then-defending champions, who were unbeaten for the last two World Cups since losing the semi in the 2017 World Cup.
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“The night before the match, Sachin (Tendulkar) sir called. He shared his experience and asked us to keep our balance. When the game is going fast, just slow it down a little. Try to control it because when you go too fast, chances are you can stumble. That is what we need to avoid. I was just thinking of all the advice I was getting from the seniors.”
Harmanpreet Kaur reflects on Sachin Tendulkar’s suggestion ahead of the Women’s WC 2025 final
Harmanpreet recalled how different it feels to be called a world champion. After the final, they had a meeting with India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, at the latter’s residence, when he lauded the players for their remarkable resilience and comeback in the event.
“Whenever we see each other, we are just saying, ‘world champion’. It is a very different feeling. We were waiting for the time when we would feel this way. My mother and father were there. For me, it was a very special moment to lift the World Cup trophy with them. Since my childhood, they have heard me say that I want to wear India’s jersey, play for the country, lead the team, and win the World Cup.” Kaur added in the ICC review.
“You all have done a very big job. In India, cricket is not just a game; it has become the life of the people. If everything goes well in cricket, the entire country feels good, but if there is anything wrong in cricket, the entire country shakes. I feel that you can be very motivational because you hold a great power of success in your hands.” PM Narendra Modi congratulated.
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