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Maharashtra's Cricket Pride: Mandhana, Jemimah, Radha Get Cash Rewards After WC Win

The Maharashtra government has decided to honor its homegrown cricket stars with cash rewards. This recognition comes after India's spectacular World Cup victory against South Africa. The team's dominant performance featured outstanding batting from Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma. Now the champion squad is heading to Delhi for a meeting with the Prime Minister.

Key Points: Maharashtra Rewards Mandhana Jemimah Radha After Women's WC Victory

  • India defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the World Cup final at DY Patil Stadium
  • Shafali Verma scored blistering 87 while Deepti Sharma made 58
  • Player of the Tournament Deepti Sharma delivered the final winning blow
  • The champion team will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi
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Maharashtra Cabinet announces cash reward for Mandhana, Jemimah, Radha after India clinches Women's CWC title

Maharashtra Cabinet announces cash rewards for Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Radha Yadav following India's historic Women's Cricket World Cup triumph.

"India experienced a wave of euphoria - Match Report"

Mumbai, November 4

The Maharashtra Cabinet on Tuesday, led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on their World Cup victory, passing a proposal to recognise their achievement.

In the meeting, it was decided that three players in the Indian women's cricket team from Maharashtra, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Radha Yadav, will be given a cash reward by the Maharashtra government.

In the Cabinet meeting chaired by Devendra Fadnavis, along with Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, praised the Indian team for this great success.

On Sunday at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium, India trounced South Africa with a 52-run win to lift the first Women's World Cup trophy in front of a jam-packed crowd. With the tag of World Champions, the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side will arrive in New Delhi in the evening and will meet PM Modi on Wednesday.

During the pulsating final on Sunday, India posted a daunting total of 298/7 on the board, courtesy of Shafali Verma's blistering 87(78) and Deepti Sharma's fiery run-a-ball 58.

In reply, skipper Laura Wolvaardt singlehandedly led the fight with a rollicking 101(98) while the rest of her compatriots crumbled against India's spin attack. Player of the Tournament, Deepti Sharma, delivered the final blow, and India experienced a wave of euphoria.

India took a victory lap inside the stadium to prolong the moment of jubilation. Former cricketers Jhulan Goswami and Mithali Raj joined in the victory celebrations and lifted the coveted title with teary eyes. Former India men's captain Rohit Sharma, who was present at the stadium with his family, was visibly overwhelmed with emotions.

The Indian women's team is also set to leave for the national capital from Mumbai on Tuesday to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi after lifting the maiden Women's World Cup title.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Finally our women cricketers are getting the recognition they deserve! The final match was absolutely thrilling - Shafali and Deepti were outstanding! Hope this inspires more girls to take up cricket.
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Arjun K
Great move by Maharashtra government! But I hope other states also recognize players from their regions. Every member of this winning team deserves equal appreciation, not just state-wise recognition.
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Sarah B
Watching the final with my family was so emotional! When Jhulan and Mithali lifted the trophy with tears in their eyes, it felt like years of struggle finally paid off. These women are true champions! 💪
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Vikram M
The cash reward is good, but what we really need is sustained investment in women's cricket infrastructure across India. Let's not make this a one-time celebration but build a strong foundation for future generations.
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Meera T
Jemimah Rodrigues has been such an inspiration for young cricketers in Mumbai! Her journey from local grounds to World Cup glory shows what dedication can achieve. Maharashtra daughters making us proud! ✨

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