Opener Pratika Rawal, recognized as one of India’s top players at the recently finished Women's World Cup 2025, was unable to participate in the historic final due to knee and ankle injuries sustained during the last league match against Bangladesh at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.

India’s long-cherished aspiration of claiming the prestigious Women’s World Cup was finally realized when they triumphed over South Africa in a thrilling match at the crowded Navi Mumbai stadium on Sunday, November 2. The Women in Blue concluded a 47-year wait to be crowned world champions, securing their place in the annals of Indian cricket history.

Pratika Rawal, who was substituted by Shafali Verma for both the semifinal and final, joined in the celebrations of India’s remarkable World Cup vic

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