“Three Attempts, One Hand, One World Cup”: Amanjot Kaur’s Miracle Catch Wins It for India

The ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai reached its peak of excitement when South African captain Laura Wolvaardt was on the verge of snatching the match from India. The scoreboard was ratcheting up, and the entire stadium held its breath.
Wolvaardt played a powerful shot off Deepti Sharma's delivery, and the ball soared skyward toward the boundary. Amanjot Kaur, sprinting from the edge of the field, came under the ball. She caught the ball, but slipped, then caught it again, then slipped again, and on her third attempt, she caught it with one hand!
The entire stadium erupted in thunderous applause, as if all of India cried out in unison. Firecrackers exploded. "That wasn't just a catch, she grabbed the entire World Cup!"
This catch was not just a wicket, but the turning point of the match. With Wolvaardt's return, South Africa's hopes were dashed, and India made history by winning its first Women's World Cup title.
Amanjot Kaur started trending overnight on social media.
Fans' reactions:
"Three attempts, one hand, countless hearts won!"
"This wasn't a catch, it was history!"
"Amanjot Kaur – The Golden Hand of India!"
Cricket experts called this moment "the most special moment of the final." Amanjot's athleticism, composure, and determination proved that only true champions shine under pressure.
