With the spotlight firmly on them at home, India’s women cricketers scripted a remarkable journey during the 2025 ODI World Cup, blending resilience, flair and collective resolve. Surviving early setbacks and mounting pressure, the team captured the nation’s imagination through record-breaking chases, dramatic comebacks and standout individual brilliance. Each squad member — from seasoned stars to inspiring newcomers — played a crucial role in a campaign that promises to redefine the future of Indian women’s cricket. A brief look at what each player brought to the table.

India’s vice-captain and premier opener, Smriti has been the backbone of the batting lineup in the World Cup. With a century against New Zealand and swashbuckling fifties against Australia and England, she’s been consist

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