HARMAANPREET KAUR: RECORD BREAKING FINAL CATCH TO CLINCH ICC WOMEN’S WORLD CUP 2025
By: 600004 On: Nov 4, 2025, 5:27 AMDr. Mathew Joys, Las vegas
Harmanpreet Kaur embodies fighting spirit in Indian cricket and stands as a legendary heroine who has achieved the impossible.
Rising from Moga, Punjab, she is a force that has propelled Indian cricket to new heights. Born into a modest family, cricket was not just a dream for Harman, but a firm resolve. Despite her family's objections, she played cricket with boys at local grounds. Wearing a dupatta around her waist, bowling against fast bowlers, and swinging the bat with fearless determination, she caught her coach Kamaldish Singh Sodhi's attention.
The young girl, training without pay at an academy 30 km away, wielded her bat as a symbol of a promising future. Harman's journey in Indian women's cricket began in 2009 with her ODI debut against Pakistan at age 20. She is not merely a victor but a trailblazer who opened global doors for Indian women's cricket through her achievements.
In 2016, Harman made history by becoming the first Indian woman to secure a contract in Australia's renowned Big Bash League (WBBL), paving the way for others to participate in international leagues. Her global recognition soared during the 2017 ODI World Cup semi-finals, where, in a rain-affected match, she smashed Australia's top-class bowling, scoring an unbeaten 171 off 115 balls with 20 fours and 7 sixes. This innings was the highest score by an Indian in a World Cup knockout match and became an iconic story of heroism.
The same year, she received the Arjuna Award. Beyond her batting, Harman became a symbol of leadership, guiding Mumbai Indians to their first Women's Premier League title. With her performance in yesterday’s final, she surpassed Australian legend Belinda Clarke to hold the world record for most runs (331) in a World Cup knockout match. Leading India to victory in the ODI World Cup held on home soil, Harman has set a new milestone in Indian women's cricket, akin to Kapil Dev’s 1983 triumph. Like that historic victory, her achievements will energize women's cricket across India. Indian women’s cricket team has become the first to win a world title after Australia and England.
Kudos Indian Women Cricket Team, we are proud of you!