India's maiden ICC Women's World Cup 2025 victory in Navi Mumbai was marked by exceptional sportsmanship. Following their win over South Africa, Indian players displayed remarkable empathy, consoling their tearful opponents. Moments of compassion between teammates and rivals, like Jemimah Rodrigues comforting Marizanne Kapp and Smriti Mandhana speaking with Laura Wolvaardt, truly defined the spirit of cricket.
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