New Delhi, Nov. 3 -- Indian women's team player Pratika Rawal, who was ruled out of the iconic Women's World Cup tournament after suffering an ankle injury, celebrated the team's victory in a wheelchair at Dr DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on 2 November. Despite the injury she endured during the series, the 24-year-old opener decided to turn up for the festivities of maiden World Cup title.

In yesterday's match, India defeated South Africa by 52 runs even after the designated opener for the Indian team was made to sit back in the final group-stage match against Bangladesh. The celebrations of the historic achievement become even more special after the injured opener unable to walk, ditched the arena seats. She thronged to the grounds in...