Shining example of determination: Modi hails India blind women's team!

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the Indian blind women's cricket team for winning the inaugural T20 World Cup, saying the triumph is a shining example of team work and determination.

India won the inaugural women's Blind T20 World Cup after defeating Nepal by seven wickets in the final played at the P Sara Oval in Colombo on Sunday. India restricted Nepal to 114/5 after opting to bowl before they coasted to 117/3 in just 12 overs to win the title.

"Congratulations to Indian Blind Women's Cricket Team for creating history by winning the inaugural Blind Women's T20 World Cup! More commendable is the fact that they stayed unbeaten in the series," Modi said on X.

"This is indeed a historic

sporting achievement, a shining example of hardwork, team work and determination. Each player is a champion! My best wishes to the team for their future endeavours. This feat will inspire generations to come," he added.

India got the better of Sri Lanka, Australia, Nepal, USA and Pakistan in the league phase, before beating the Australians again in the semi-final.

The tournament was co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka with fixtures also held in Delhi and Bengaluru.

11 players make up a blind cricket team and it is played with a white plastic ball packed with ball bearings that rattle as it rolls, which allows it to be heard by players.

Modi also lauded the Indian boxers who shone at the World Boxing Cup Finals held recently at Greater Noida.

"Our phenomenal athletes delivered an extraordinary, record-breaking performance at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025! They brought home an unprecedented 20 medals including 9 Golds," he added.

"This is due to the resolve and determination of our boxers. Congratulations to them. Best wishes for the endeavours ahead."