The triumph of India in the Women’s World Cup had a very emotional twist for opener Pratika Rawal, who was India’s second-highest run-scorer in the tournament. Despite her stellar performances, Pratika was initially denied a winner’s medal due to ICC’s eligibility rules, until Jay Shah stepped in to ensure justice was done.

Why Was Pratika Denied The World Cup Medal Initially?

According to ICC rules, only the 15-member squad that features in the final receives the winner’s medals. Pratika had to be replaced by Shafali Verma owing to an ankle injury ahead of the semi-final clash against Australia.

But while Pratika joined her teammates in celebration even rolling onto the field in a wheelchair after India’s 52-run win over South Africa she was noticeably sans medal. The image quickly wen

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