New Delhi, India – The Indian Women's Cricket Team, fresh from their historic victory at the ICC Women's World Cup 2025, presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a special autographed jersey bearing the name 'NAMO 1' on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The triumphant squad met the Prime Minister at his official residence in New Delhi to celebrate their maiden World Cup title, a significant moment for Indian cricket. The team, led by Captain Harmanpreet Kaur, shared their experiences and the joy of their win during the two-hour interaction. ^[1][2][3]### Historic Victory and Grand Reception India clinched their first-ever Women's World Cup title on Sunday, November 2, 2025, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in a thrilling final held at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. T^[1][4][2]his landmark achievement followed a remarkable comeback in the tournament, where the team overcame three consecutive defeats in the league stage to reach the semifinals and ultimately lift the trophy. T^[5][6][7]he victory marked a watershed moment for women's cricket in the country, ending years of near misses and heartbreaks. P^[1][6]layer of the Tournament, Deepti Sharma, was instrumental in India's success, notably taking five wickets in the final. ^[8][9]The team received a grand welcome upon their arrival in New Delhi on Tuesday evening, with fans and officials greeting them warmly at the Indira Gandhi International Airport and their hotel. T^[10][9]he Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had announced a cash reward of INR 51 crore for the World Cup-winning team, recognizing their outstanding performance. T^[3][11][9]he International Cricket Council (ICC) also awarded the team 4.48 million US dollars in prize money. ^[3]### A Special Gift for the Prime Minister During their visit, the team presented Prime Minister Modi with a sky-blue jersey, autographed by every player, featuring 'NAMO 1' on the back. T^[1][5][8]his gesture symbolized the team's unity and their gratitude for the Prime Minister's unwavering support. T^[12]he Prime Minister, known for meeting and honoring champion athletes, warmly welcomed the team and posed for photographs with the squad and the coveted World Cup trophy. T^[1][4]he jersey, with its collective signatures and the personalized name, became a significant memento of the historic occasion. ^[12][13]### Inspiring Interactions and Future Goals The meeting at the Prime Minister's residence was filled with inspiring exchanges. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur fondly recalled a previous meeting with Prime Minister Modi in 2017, when the team had returned without a trophy. "^[1][5][6]Meeting him again now, this time as World Cup champions, made the moment extra special," Harmanpreet Kaur said, expressing the team's hope to meet him more often in the future. V^[1][5][6]ice-captain Smriti Mandhana also shared her thoughts, stating that Prime Minister Modi's words were deeply motivating and that he has been a constant source of inspiration for the team. S^[1][5][6]he further remarked that women across different fields in India are achieving great success, crediting the Prime Minister's encouragement for empowering them. ^[1][5]Player of the Tournament Deepti Sharma, who had expressed her eagerness to meet the Prime Minister, recalled his encouraging words from their 2017 interaction. "^[1][5]His words to keep working hard and never give up had stayed with her," a source close to the team revealed. P^[7]rime Minister Modi congratulated the players on their historic victory and praised their remarkable resilience in overcoming early setbacks and social media trolling during the tournament. H^[5][6][14]e lauded their ability to stay focused amid immense pressure. T^[7]he Prime Minister also encouraged the team to promote the 'Fit India' movement, especially among young girls across the country, and to visit schools to inspire the next generation to pursue sports. ^{[6][12][15][7]}The interaction, which lasted for about two hours, saw Prime Minister Modi engaging with individual players, discussing their performances and moments from the World Cup. H^[2][10]e commended Harmanpreet Kaur for pocketing the ball after the final catch that sealed the victory, jokingly calling her lucky that the ball came to her. H^[2][6]e also made a light-hearted comment about Amanjot Kaur's juggling catch in the final, suggesting she must have seen the trophy in her mind after securing the ball. ^[6][15]The meeting concluded with a sense of immense pride and optimism for the future of women's cricket in India. The team's triumph is expected to inspire countless young girls to take up the sport and pursue their dreams on a global stage, solidifying a golden chapter in India's sporting history. ^[6][7]

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