The Indian cricketing fraternity took to social media after Team India made history and captured the first-ever ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup by defeating England in the finals.
Indian bowlers' tremendous bowling performance followed by Gongadi Trisha and Soumya Tiwari's knocks helped India lift the inaugural U19 Women's T20 World Cup title after defeating England by seven wickets in the summit clash at Senwes Park in Potchefstroom, South Africa.
Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar admitted that women's cricket in the country was on the up and the win will inspire a whole generation to take up sports.
Star India batter Virat Kohli also expressed his happiness at Team India's U19 title win.
"U-19 World Cup Champions! What a special moment! Congratulations girls on your triumph," tweeted Virat.
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma also tweeted, "Big congratulations to the U-19 girls' cricket team for winning the World Cup. Well done on making the nation proud #JaiHind @bcciwomen @bcci."
Legendary batter and former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly said that the win is a "great stepping stone for the girls"
Legendary India batter and former skipper Mithali Raj also congratulated the women's team on their monumental win.
Indian opener Smriti Mandhana also expressed her pride for "the bunch".
"Champions of the world. Proud. Absolutely proud of the bunch. Champions in the inaugural edition makes it even more special. This is just the beginning. Go team #U19T20WorldCup #TeamIndia," tweeted Mandhana.
Former Indian pace legend Jhulan Goswami also tweeted, "Historic win Proud of our U19 team A great performance by Titas Congratulations to all the players. This victory will inspire millions #U19T20WorldCup #Champions #WomensCricket #TeamIndia."
Chasing a target of 69, India captain Shafali Verma started their world cup winning chase by smashing a beautiful four on Hannah Baker's delivery. Baker then gave her team a big breakthrough as she dismissed Shafali for 15 off 11.
The right-handed batter Gongadi Trisha then came out to bat. Soumya Tiwari played some aggressive boundaries while Trisha played the anchor role. After 10 overs India needed 21 runs in 60 balls to win. Gongadi Trisha then opened her hands to hammer Ellie Anderson for back-to-back two fours.
Soumya Tiwari finally led Team India to clinch the inaugural U19 Women's T20 World Cup title beating England by seven wickets.
(ANI)