The world of cricket continues to be full of exciting stories, and now the biggest news is about the Women’s Cricket World Cup. According to recent updates, the Indian team will not get to keep the original World Cup trophy. There’s an interesting reason behind this, connected to the rules of the International Cricket Council (ICC).
India Triumphs in the Women’s World Cup Final
In the Women’s World Cup final match, India faced South Africa. It was a thrilling contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Under the captaincy of Harmanpreet Kaur, the Indian women’s cricket team played brilliantly and emerged victorious. This victory brought immense pride and happiness to the entire nation. Social media and news channels have been flooded with praises for the Indian players.
For the first time in history, the women’s team from India lifted the World Cup trophy. Every Indian, from cricket lovers to those new to the game, celebrated this unforgettable moment. The players were seen overjoyed while holding the bright, shining trophy during the post-match ceremony.
Why the Real Trophy Must Be Returned
However, in the midst of all the celebrations, one surprising piece of news has surfaced — the actual World Cup trophy will soon be returned to the ICC. Many fans were puzzled by this revelation, but it’s not something new. The reason goes back decades.
According to ICC rules, the winning team never gets to keep the original World Cup trophy permanently. During the award ceremony, the real trophy is presented to the champions for photographs, celebrations, and media appearances. Once all the photos and celebrations are over, that original trophy is taken back by the officials. The team then receives a replica of the trophy, which they can keep forever as a symbol of their win.
This practice isn’t recent — the ICC made this rule around 26 years ago to protect the original trophies. Since then, every cricket team that wins a World Cup, whether men’s or women’s, experiences the same procedure.
The Making and Value of the Trophy
The World Cup trophy is a beautiful piece of craftsmanship. It weighs around 11 kilograms and stands about 70 centimeters tall. The trophy is made using gold and silver, with three main pillars crafted in gold and other parts in silver. Its design represents the spirit of global unity and cricket’s worldwide appeal.
The original trophy is kept under very tight security at the ICC headquarters in Dubai. The ICC takes extreme care to ensure that it is never damaged or stolen. The replica given to the winning team is made with detailed precision and even contains real gold and silver, although it is slightly different from the original.
A Match to Remember
In the final, India scored a fantastic 298 runs, putting the South African team under pressure right from the start. The Indian players performed with remarkable energy and teamwork. Shafali Verma was one of the stars of the match, scoring 87 runs with brilliant batting. Every Indian player contributed to the victory, turning the match into a truly memorable performance.
South Africa fought hard but couldn’t chase the target successfully. Their defeat, however, did not overshadow the great spirit of the game displayed by both sides.
Celebration Beyond the Trophy
Even though the original trophy will return to ICC headquarters, India’s pride and joy remain untouched. The replica trophy still holds the same emotional value for both the team and the fans. For Indian cricket, this victory marks a new era for women’s sports — one filled with belief, determination, and national pride.
The win is not just about lifting a trophy, but about breaking barriers and inspiring young girls across India to dream of playing for their country someday.