New Delhi, Nov 24 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his heartfelt congratulations to the Indian women's cricket team following their impressive triumph at the Blind Women's T20 World Cup. He praised the players for their remarkable achievement of finishing the tournament unbeaten.

In the final held on Sunday in Colombo, India secured a victory against Nepal by seven wickets, clinching the title in this inaugural event.

“Hats off to the Indian Blind Women’s Cricket Team for making history by winning the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup! Their unbeaten run throughout the series is particularly noteworthy. This is a significant milestone in sports, reflecting hard work, teamwork, and unwavering determination. Every player is a champion! I extend my best wishes for their future endeavors. This achievement will undoubtedly inspire future generations,” PM Modi shared on X.

In the final match, India chose to field first, restricting Nepal to 114 runs for 5 in their 20 overs. India chased down the target in just 12.1 overs, finishing with 47 balls to spare. Khula Sharir played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 44 runs from 27 balls, including four boundaries, which led India to a confident victory.

Earlier in the semi-final, India showcased their prowess with a commanding nine-wicket win against Australia, while Nepal advanced to the final after narrowly defeating Pakistan.

Throughout the tournament, India showcased their dominance by defeating Sri Lanka by 10 wickets, Australia by 209 runs, Nepal by 85 runs, the United States by 10 wickets, and Pakistan by eight wickets in the group stage. They then overcame Australia by nine wickets in the semi-final, culminating in their seven-wicket victory over Nepal in the final.

This remarkable title win not only highlights India’s consistent performance but also marks a significant milestone for blind cricket, paving the way for enhanced recognition and development of the sport in the future.