The Indian Women's team stands on the brink of history as they face a determined South Africa team in the Women's World Cup final on Sunday, November 2. Their journey to this point has been anything but easy.
Former India Women's captain Shantha Rangaswamy reflected on the remarkable transformation of women's cricket in India, from an era of struggle and limited recognition to one of packed stadiums and national pride.
Rangaswamy recalled the hardships faced by players in earlier decades, noting that teams once traveled in unreserved train coaches and slept in dormitories on the floor while representing the country. She expressed immense satisfaction at how far the sport has come, with today's players finally receiving the facilities and respect they have long deserved.