Star Indian all-rounder Amanjot Kaur has revealed an inspiring behind-the-scenes story from the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final, shedding light on captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s fierce determination to lead India to glory. Hours before the title clash against South Africa, Harmanpreet personally called each member of the squad, reminding them that they couldn’t afford another narrow defeat and urging them to give their all for the nation.
Harmanpreet’s words carried the weight of years of heartbreak, especially after India’s narrow loss in the 2017 final. Determined to end the drought and lift India’s maiden Women’s World Cup trophy, she motivated her players to approach the match with full intensity.
“It had been more difficult for her because the highs and lows she has seen are something we haven’t. She said this time we can’t lose by a small margin — everyone must go all out,” Amanjot Kaur told the media after India’s historic win.
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The all-rounder added that during the final at the DY Patil Stadium, the team remained laser-focused on taking wickets rather than tracking the scoreboard. That mindset helped India maintain composure as they marched toward their first-ever World Cup title.
Amanjot herself had a tournament to remember. After hitting the winning runs in the semifinal against Australia, she played a crucial role in the final as well — taking one of the toughest catches of her life to dismiss the in-form South African skipper, Laura Wolvaardt.
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“My god, it was the toughest catch of my life,” Amanjot Kaur recalled. “I juggled it thrice before finally holding on. I’ve never fumbled before — either I’ve taken them cleanly or dropped them — but this time, god gave me three chances.”
Her match-defining moment summed up India’s spirit — determined, resilient, and unshakable under pressure — perfectly mirroring their captain’s rallying call to “give everything” for the title.
