JAMMU, Nov 4:
Elated over India’s maiden ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup triumph, Jammu and Kashmir’s women cricketers have urged parents to give wings to their daughters so that they can come out with flying colours and make everyone proud.
With the level of women’s cricket in Jammu and Kashmir touching new heights in recent years, the players showered praise on the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) for keeping faith in them.
Lauding the Indian Women’s Cricket team for scripting a historic chapter, former J&K captain and selector, Roopali Slathia said, “The Indian women’s cricket team made history by winning the ICC Women’s World Cup, marking a proud and unforgettable moment for the nation.”
“They have given us a moment that filled the entire nation with immense pride and joy. The hard-earned victory came through exceptional teamwork, determination, and skill, inspiring millions across India and the world,” she told.
Led by a strong captain and powered by outstanding performances from both batters and bowlers, Slathia said that the team’s triumph symbolised the growing strength of women in sports.
“This remarkable achievement not only brought glory to the country but also encouraged young girls everywhere to dream big and believe that with hard work and confidence, anything is possible,” she expressed adding, “the victory was not just about lifting a trophy-it was about breaking barriers, proving that women can excel on the biggest stage in sports.”
“The triumph inspired millions of young girls in India to pursue their dreams fearlessly, whether in cricket or any other field. It also strengthened the movement for gender equality in sports, showing that with hard work, passion, and belief, Indian women can conquer the world,” said the former cricketer.
Slathia, who is also a member of the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), J&K Cricket Association, said, “The victory will increase the popularity of women’s cricket and inspire more young girls to take up the sport. The players will become national heroes, and their success will encourage better training facilities, higher pay, and more support from sponsors and the government.”
“The media will also give more attention to women’s matches, creating greater respect and recognition for female cricketers. BCCI is already equally paying and providing other facilities,” she stated.
Former cricketer and Member (CAC), J&K Cricket Association, Meenu Slathia, said, “The victory will change societal perceptions of women in sports and definitely increase recognition and support for female athletes. It will also lead to more investment in women’s sports vis-a-vis encouraging families to support daughters in sports and foster an inclusive culture valuing women’s contributions.”
“Women’s Cricket in Jammu and Kashmir in the recent period has witnessed a rise in participation with competitive spirit and grassroots initiatives and local tournaments provided platforms to our players along with cricket academies that helped to nurture talent,” she said.
“All support from national bodies and media visibility has enhanced the growth and success of women’s cricket can inspire a cultural shift and inspire future generations, promising a vibrant future for the sport,” said the Ex-cricketer.
Another senior cricketer, Sarla Devi, said that the ICC Women’s World Cup victory has proven that “Hamari Chhoriyan, Chhoro Se Kam Hein Ke”. “When women are treated equally to men in every aspect, these are the results,” she said.
“J&K women’s team is also doing wonders with all support from the Association,” she said and added that officials like former member Sub-Committee, JKCA, Mithun Manhas (now BCCI president) and administrator Brig (retd) Anil Gupta are acting as a guiding force in the J&K Cricket that is scripting new chapters of history.
Member Administration, J&K Cricket Association, Brig. Anil while congratulating the Indian Women cricket team, said, “The victory has shown that when you are determined, you can overcome any challenge.”
JKCA is trying its best to uplift women’s cricket by providing all basic facilities, infrastructure and training to our players, he said.
“This World Cup victory will help the parents to come out of the social taboo and girls will professionally adopt cricket,” said Brig Gupta. (UNI)
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