India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana shared her team’s joy at being crowned world champions after winning the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup in Navi Mumbai. Mandhana highlighted the pride and responsibility that come with the title, emphasizing the need for continued hard work to maintain their success.
Reflecting on her personal achievements, Mandhana expressed satisfaction with her form in 2025, becoming the first Indian woman cricketer to surpass 4,000 runs in T20Is. She credited her success to simplicity in approach, focusing on reacting to the ball and leveraging her strengths without overthinking.
Looking ahead, India aims to excel in the upcoming 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup in England. Mandhana emphasized the team’s focus on T20 cricket, acknowledging the need for extensive match practice leading up to the tournament and other upcoming events.
