Rohit Sharma and Sachin Tendulkar watch on as India win Women's ODI World Cup 2025 - Virat Kohli reacts

Devansh Poddar

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Rohit Sharma and Sachin Tendulkar watch on as India win Women's ODI World Cup 2025 - Virat Kohli reacts image

The Indian Women's team has created history as they have clinched their first-ever World Cup title, defeating South Africa in the Finals at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

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As the Women in Blue became the World Champions, among those cheering from the stands in Navi Mumbai were the Indian cricketing icons Rohit Sharma and Sachin Tendulkar. 

Rohit-Sachin in attendance as India lifts the Women's Cricket World Cup

Both the Mumbai boys and the Indian cricket legends Rohit Sharma and Sachin Tendulkar were spotted in the stands on a historic night at the DY Patil Stadium, which became the fifth venue where an Indian side has lifted a world title. 

Rohit has recently returned from Australia, where he won the 'Player of the series award' in the 3-match ODI series against Australia, while Tendulkar has been a constant support for the Women's side. Both legends were seen applauding every key moment of the game. 

India defeated South Africa by 52 runs on the back of an amazing all-round display from the young hometown girl Shafali Verma. Shafali scored 87 runs and also bagged 2 key wickets as she was awarded the 'Player of the Match'

More: Who won the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 final? India beat South Africa by 52 runs to clinch maiden title

Virat Kohli's heartfelt reaction congratulates the Indian women's side

Another Indian legend, Virat Kohli, has also reacted to India winning their first-ever ICC title in Women's cricket.

"The girls have created history, and I couldn’t be prouder as an Indian to see the hard work of so many years come to life finally. They deserve all the applause and a big congratulations to Harman and the whole team for achieving this historic feat," said Virat. 

While Virat wasn't present at the venue, soon after the game, the Indian legend took to his social media as he shared a heartfelt message for the Women's side on their historic feat. 

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