Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the Indian blind women’s cricket team for winning the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup, calling the unbeaten campaign a landmark moment for Indian sport. India defeated Nepal by seven wickets in the final at Colombo’s P Sara Oval, capping a dominant run in which they overcame Sri Lanka, Australia, Nepal, USA and Pakistan in the league stage before beating Australia again in the semi-final.
India restricted Nepal to 114 for 5 and chased the target in just 12 overs, reflecting the team’s superior discipline, execution and match awareness throughout the tournament.
Modi, in a post on X, said the victory showcased “grit, discipline, teamwork and unwavering belief,” praising each player as a champion and noting that the achievement would inspire generations.
The tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, featured matches in Colombo, Delhi and Bengaluru. Blind cricket, played with a white plastic ball filled with ball bearings, has steadily expanded its global footprint — and India’s title win adds a significant milestone to the sport’s evolution.
Modi also lauded India’s record-breaking performance at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 in Greater Noida, where Indian boxers secured 20 medals, including nine golds — the country’s best-ever showing at the competition.
The Prime Minister’s praise highlighted India’s growing strength across mainstream and para-sport disciplines, reflecting a broader culture of sporting excellence and inclusivity.
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