Overview
- India defended 299 to beat South Africa by 52 runs in Mumbai, securing the country’s maiden ICC Women’s ODI World Cup.
- Muzumdar described the closing moments after Harmanpreet Kaur’s catch to remove Nadine de Klerk as a five‑minute blur in the dugout.
- He said his toughest call was dropping Jemimah Rodrigues to accommodate a sixth bowling option, turning to all‑rounder Amanjot Kaur.
- Muzumdar called Shafali Verma’s late inclusion a sudden change following Pratika Rawal’s injury, noting that Verma delivered a magical game.
- He hailed the title as a watershed moment for Indian cricket, pointing to a packed stadium and potential inspiration for a new generation of players.