Richa Ghosh Honored for Women's World Cup Win

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh, a key figure in the women's national team's historic 2025 World Cup victory, received top honors from the West Bengal government and cricket authorities during a felicitation ceremony at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on November 8, 2025.

The 22-year-old from Siliguri was celebrated for her contributions to India's first ICC Women's ODI World Cup title, secured with a 52-run win over South Africa in the final at DY Patil Stadium. Ghosh amassed 235 runs across eight innings at an average of 39.16 and a strike rate of 133.52, the highest among Indian batters. Her standout performances included a quickfire 34 off 24 balls in the final, featuring three fours and two sixes, which helped India post 298 for seven. She also scored 26 off 16 in the semifinal against Australia and a match-high 94 off 77 against South Africa in the group stage, equaling a tournament record with 12 sixes.

At the ceremony, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee personally presented Ghosh with the prestigious Banga Bhushan award, the state's highest civilian honor, along with a gold chain and an appointment letter as Deputy Superintendent of Police. The Cricket Association...