By Admin 
Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur, after creating history by winning the ICC ODI World Cup trophy by defeating South Africa in the final here on Sunday, said that the credit for this victory goes to every member of the team. Harmanpreet-led Indian women’s cricket team won the first ICC trophy by defeating South Africa by 52 runs.
Captain Harmanpreet said- full credit for the victory goes to the team
Harmanpreet said after the match, “Full credit goes to the team, every member of the team.” We had lost three consecutive matches but the way we played after that. We knew we could change things. We believed in ourselves and remained positive. This team deserved to win. Credit to BCCI and the fans for supporting us who have always been with us through ups and downs. ,
On Shefali Sharma’s bowling, she said, “When Laura Wolwart and Sune Luus were batting very well, I saw Shefali. The way he batted, I would have thought he would have to bowl at least one over. And this was the turning point for us. She said that if I bowl, I will bowl 10 overs. Credit goes to him. She was very positive. Salute to him. ,
Harmanpreet said, “South Africa batted very well. But in the end they got a little nervous, we took advantage of that. Then Deepti took those wickets.
Deepti Sharma scored 58 runs and took five wickets in the final.
Deepti Sharma scored 58 runs and took five wickets in the final. He was adjudged ‘Player of the Tournament’ by taking 22 wickets and setting a new record by scoring more than 200 runs in the tournament and Shefali Verma was adjudged ‘Player of the Final’ for scoring 87 runs and taking two wickets.
Deepti said, “It feels like a dream.” It feels good that I could contribute to the World Cup final in this way. I always enjoy responsibilities, no matter in what capacity. I wanted to play according to the conditions. It was great to perform as an all-rounder. I want to dedicate the ‘Player of the Tournament’ trophy to my parents. ,
Shefali’s statement after victory
Shefali, who joined the team in the knockouts due to the injury of in-form opening batsman Pratika Rawal, said, “God had sent me here to do something.” Can’t explain this feeling. It was difficult to reach straight knockout. But there was trust. There was full support from the family. The final was very important. This is a memorable moment. He said, “Today the plan was clear, I am happy that I was able to play according to it because all the seniors had told me to play my game.” ,
Smriti Mandhana said after the victory
Vice captain Smriti Mandhana said, “I don’t know how to react after becoming a champion.” It will still take time. Never been so emotional on the cricket field. This is an incredible moment. Winning the World Cup on home soil and being crowned ‘World Champion’ seems very unrealistic. We have faced disappointment many times. I cannot describe the support we have received. The last 40 days passed like a dream. If I have to stay awake for 45 days to win the World Cup, I will do that too. We all worked hard. ,
What did South African captain Laura Wolvaardt say?
South African captain Laura Wolvaardt said, “Proud of our team but India played a great game today.” Unfortunately we lost. Thanks to half-centuries from Shefali (87 runs in 78 balls) and Deepti (58 runs), India scored 298 runs for seven wickets. Chasing the target, the South African team was reduced to 246 runs in 45.3 overs despite a century by captain Laura Wolwart (101 runs) in front of five hits by Deepti Sharma.
Deepti took five wickets for 39 runs. Shefali Verma also took two wickets and Shri Charani took one wicket. Opener Mandhana contributed 45 runs and wicketkeeper batsman Richa Ghosh contributed 34 runs.