India's Visually Impaired Women Win Inaugural T20 Blind World Cup

India's visually impaired women's cricket team has been celebrated nationwide after clinching the inaugural T20 World Cup title, capping an unbeaten run with a commanding victory over Nepal in the final. The triumph, secured on November 23 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, highlighted the squad's skill and resilience in a six-nation tournament that included teams from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Australia, and the United States.

The event began on November 11 in New Delhi, with subsequent matches held in Bengaluru before the knockout stages moved to Colombo. Under the captaincy of Deepika TC, the Indian side dominated from the outset, posting victories over Sri Lanka, Australia, and Pakistan. A standout performance came in the group stage against Pakistan, where India chased 136 runs in just 10.2 overs for a nine-wicket win. In the semifinals, they dismantled Australia by nine wickets, setting up the final showdown.

Nepal batted first in the title match, managing 114 runs for five wickets in their 20 overs, restricted by tight Indian bowling that allowed just one boundary. India then chased the target in 12 overs, losing three wickets. Opener Phula Saren remained unbeaten on 44 runs off 27 balls,...