‘New Brand of Indian Cricket…’: Former pacer gives powerful statement after historic World Cup triumph

Harmanpreet-led India scripted history on Sunday, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final to secure their maiden ICC Women’s World Cup title.

“Hats off to the girls, the way they played cricket throughout the World Cup at various venues, especially the last two games against Australia and South Africa. They are the deserving winners of the World Cup,” Ghavri said.

“Like the men’s team has Virat, Rohit, and Gill, Smriti, Jemimah, and Harmanpreet are now the new brand of Indian cricket,” Ghavri said during the inauguration of an inter-state cricket tournament for physically challenged players at the Police Gymkhana here.

“It’s such a big achievement. Not only Indians back home, but Indians living all over the world — they have made everyone’s head held high,” the 74-year-old added.

The former Test cricketer, who represented India in 39 Tests and 19 ODIs, said the team’s consistency and composure really stood out.

( With PTI Inputs )