On the latest episode of Bigg Boss 19's "Weekend Ka Vaar," host Salman Khan celebrated India's historic victory at the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 with former cricketers Jhulan Goswami and Anjum Chopra. The duo shared their insights and experiences from the momentous occasion, adding a special touch to the show.
During the episode, Salman Khan reminisced about a significant promise made by Harmanpreet Kaur to Jhulan Goswami. This heartfelt moment highlighted the deep respect and admiration within the Indian women's cricket team. After India's World Cup win against South Africa by 52 runs at the Dr DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, Harmanpreet Kaur handed the trophy to Mithali Raj, Jhulan Goswami, and Anjum Chopra, which was a tribute to their contributions to women's cricket in India.
Jhulan Goswami revealed that Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana had promised her that they would win the World Cup for her. This promise was made after India did not qualify for the semifinals in 2022. Harmanpreet and Smriti went to Jhulan's room at midnight and told her that they would win the trophy for her, regardless of whether she was still with the team. Jhulan teared up recalling the moment.
Harmanpreet Kaur later explained that the decision to include Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami in the celebrations was planned in advance. Back in 2022, the team decided that if they won the World Cup, they would share the moment with their seniors. She said that Jhulan Goswami was her biggest support when she joined the team and that Jhulan always supported her in her early days.
The victory resonated deeply with the icons who paved the way for women's cricket in India. After the final, greats like Mithali Raj, Anjum Chopra, and Jhulan Goswami embraced the newly crowned world champions. Jhulan described winning the World Cup as the biggest moment of her career. An emotional Jhulan was seen hugging Harmanpreet Kaur after the victory. Jhulan stated on X that it was her dream and the team made it come true. Anjum Chopra also shared her emotions online, saying, "The girls have made our dreams a reality. Here's to a glorious new era for WomenInBlue".
The Indian women's cricket team's World Cup win is expected to have a significant impact on women's cricket in India, inspiring young girls and bringing more attention to the sport. Harmanpreet Kaur expressed immense pride after the win and stated that it would bring a lasting change. The team's victory is not just a sporting achievement but also a cultural milestone, inspiring millions of young girls to pursue cricket.
