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Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian Blind Women’s Cricket Team on their historic victory at the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup. Praising their unbeaten run, he called this achievement a shining example of teamwork, hard work, and determination that will inspire generations.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt congratulations to the Indian Blind Women’s Cricket Team for making history by winning the first-ever Blind Women’s T20 World Cup. The team remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, culminating with a seven-wicket victory over Nepal in the final held at Colombo’s P Sara Oval.
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India restricted Nepal to 114/5 and comfortably chased the target in just 12 overs.
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The team defeated strong contenders like Sri Lanka, Australia, USA, and Pakistan in the league stages, and beat Australia again in the semifinals.
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Captain Deepika TC highlighted rigorous team effort and confidence as key to their success.
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Modi called the victory a historic sporting achievement, lauding each player as a champion whose dedication brought glory to the nation.
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The Prime Minister’s message underscored the inspirational impact of the team's performance on differently-abled athletes nationwide.
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah also congratulated the team, calling their feat a redefinition of 'ability'.
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Modi additionally praised Indian boxers for a record haul at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025, reflecting India’s growing prowess in para sports.
This landmark win has significantly raised the profile of blind cricket and inclusivity in Indian sports.
Sources: PM India, NDTV, The Print, India Today
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