India women defeated South Africa in the final of ICC Women's
India defeated South Africa in the final of the tournament on November 2 in Navi Mumbai. He also claimed that the men's squad never accomplished such a thing, instead relying on 'media-trained' public remarks.
Former captains Goswami, Raj, and Chopra, all working as commentators on the game, celebrated with the team, taking turns to lift the trophy, dancing, and even shedding a few tears.
“The entire Indian team gave the trophy to Mithali Raj. Why did they do it? I am actually taking my hat out. The Indian men’s team never did it. They only say it sometimes in front of the media because they are media-trained. But I have not seen them give credit to the previous generations.
What I have seen is discussions about ‘my generation’s team is better than yours’. But this women’s team, Anjum Chopra was there, Mithali Raj was there, they gave the trophy to them in delight, telling them that the seeds that you sprinkled and watered are the seeds that are standing as winners today. I found that fascinating, unbelievably good," Ashwin stated on his YouTube channel.
According to Ashwin, the Women in Blue recognized that their victory was the result of the hard work and contributions of the legends who came before them. He also thanked them for not having to be told about it.
“Today’s win is not of today’s alone. It has been a work of 25 years, probably three decades… That’s why I find this women’s team amazing. They have got everything on the right track. When you win, you are on a real high, and still you remember to celebrate the previous generations of cricketers who were there in the dressing room. They did that at that moment, not after somebody asked you to," Ashwin added.