India's women's cricket team has achieved a historic maiden World Cup victory, sparking a massive 456.5% surge in conversations on X (formerly Twitter) within 24 hours. The nation erupted in celebration after the team's dominant performance against South Africa. This monumental win, lauded by figures like Virat Kohli, Sundar Pichai, and Satya Nadella, marks a new era for women's cricket in India and inspires future generations.
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