New Delhi, Nov 3 (NationPress) Global technology pioneers Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella celebrated alongside millions of Indians as the nation achieved its first victory at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. They praised the team’s resilience, motivation, and groundbreaking accomplishment.

Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, shared his enthusiasm on X following India’s exhilarating win against South Africa in the finals held at DY Patil Stadium on Sunday.

“That final was a nail-biter, reminiscent of our 1983 and 2011 victories. Congratulations to Team India, I am confident this will inspire a new generation. Kudos to South Africa for their remarkable tournament as well!” he noted, drawing connections between the women’s team’s victory and India’s historic men’s World Cup achievements.

Meanwhile, Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, honored the champions through his post, proclaiming, “Women in Blue = World Champions! A huge salute to South Africa for reaching their first finals. This is a landmark day for women’s cricket—new stories created, barriers shattered, and legends born.” His remarks echoed a wider sentiment, recognizing that India’s win signifies a transformative era for women’s sports worldwide.

The acknowledgments from these influential tech luminaries highlighted the global recognition of India’s monumental achievement.

India’s women’s cricket team made history by securing their inaugural Women’s ODI World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs. All-rounder Deepti Sharma shone brightly, contributing 58 runs and claiming five wickets to ensure the victory.

After winning the toss and opting to bat, India capitalized on Deepti’s fifty and a strong top-order performance, finishing with 298/7 in 50 overs. The South African chase, led by captain Laura Wolvaardt’s determined innings, concluded at 246 runs in 45.3 overs, as the Indian bowling attack held steady to etch their names in history.

With this win, India became only the third nation, following England and Australia, to have claimed both the men’s and women’s ODI World Cups.

This victory was particularly significant as the Indian team had faced adversity, losing three consecutive matches in the group stage and just managing to qualify for the semifinals. They then stunned Australia before overpowering South Africa in the final.

The final, already being celebrated as one of the greatest in tournament history, has not only united fans worldwide but also reaffirmed India’s rising stature in global cricket.