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India Women Claim First World Cup as Coach Amol Muzumdar Caps Remarkable Journey

The uncapped Mumbai stalwart appointed in 2023 is credited with bringing stability that players say fueled the title run.

Overview

  • India defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
  • Captain Harmanpreet Kaur said frequent coaching changes had hurt progress before Amol Muzumdar's arrival and praised his two-year impact on preparation and clarity.
  • Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma produced decisive performances that helped seal the result.
  • Muzumdar's domestic record includes 171 first-class matches, 11,167 runs, 30 centuries, and a 260 on Ranji Trophy debut, yet he never played for India.
  • Former players and fans flooded social media with tributes, celebrating his leadership and career-spanning perseverance.