The maiden victory in the 2025 Women’s World Cup on November 2 has sparked reactions from legendary entrepreneurs of Indian origin. Harmanpreet Kaur-led India beat South Africa by 52 runs to claim their first ever ICC World Cup title.
Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma emerged as the stars of the night. Yesterday’s match surprised cricket enthusiasts with Deepti Sharma’s five-wicket haul. Hidden gem Shafali Verma smashed 87 off 78 balls and also claimed two wickets in seven overs. Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella and several other entrepreneurs praised the performance of the Woman in Blue and flooded social media with congratulatory messages.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai noted that the achievement inspires generations and revived memories of 1983 and 2011, in which the Men In Blue recorded decisive victories. In a post on X, he wrote: “That was a nail biting women’s cricket world cup final, really memories of 1983 and 2011. Congratulations to Team India, I’m sure it will inspire a generation. Great tournament from South Africa too!”
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella called the women in blue “champions of the world” and hailed their landmark achievement in a post on X. He wrote: “Women in blue = world champions! 🏆🇮🇳 Respect 🇿🇦 South Africa for writing their first ever final 👏 A truly historic day – a women’s cricket legend born again.”
Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas also reacted to the famous win against South Africa. Posting on X, he said: “Historic win for Indian women’s cricket team🇮🇳 🏏”
In his congratulatory message, Anand Mahindra said, “They didn’t just lift the trophy. They lifted the game of women’s cricket itself. And in doing so, they inspired whole new generations of young Indian champions. Thank you for the immense pride tonight!”
Congratulating Team India, Harsh Goenka said in a post on X: “India making history! 💙What a night of heart, fight and glory! Tears, triumph and pure magic – our women lift the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025! 🏆You have fulfilled a billion dreams. Harman. Jemimah. Shefali. Champions forever!” India.
Shark Tank investor and Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal said: “First time hearing fireworks of Indian women’s team win. It’s a great sign for sport & women in our country. Congratulations @BCCIWomen, India & esp the women of India 🇮🇳🤗.”
Edelweiss Asset Management CEO and Mango Millionaire author Radhika Gupta said, “Hai saare jahaan pe bhaari, Bharat ki beti! Incredibly emotional as an Indian today. Forty years ago, Kapil’s 11 changed Indian cricket forever. Tonight, Harman’s women will change who the game belongs to. History is repeating itself to me. the beginning of a new orbit for you and the sport.”
