Women’s cricket has taken India by storm after the national team’s historic World Cup victory yesterday. This win has not only brought immense pride to the country but also inspired a new generation of young girls to pick up the bat and ball.
Across India, schools that already had girls training in cricket are now witnessing a surge in enthusiasm and participation.
Parents, too, have started showing greater interest in encouraging their daughters to pursue cricket seriously.
The victory has changed many perceptions, with families realizing that sports like cricket can offer girls both recognition and career opportunities.
Schools and academies are planning to introduce more structured coaching programs for young female players.
The growing popularity of women’s cricket may also spill into the streets, where it may become common to see girls playing gully cricket with the same passion as boys. This new wave marks a significant and empowering shift in India’s sporting culture.
This is a Gen Z and Gen Alpha phenomenon that was never imagined by previous generations.
