A century-long dream culminated as India's women's cricket team reached the 2025 World Cup final, a testament to growing conviction and talent. This journey, from compulsory cricket in 1913 to a home-ground final, signifies a nation's awakening interest and the evolution of the sport from a struggle to a celebrated pursuit.
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