Kapil Dev in 1983, Mahendra Singh Dhoni in 2011 and now in 2025, Harmanpreet Kaur became the first woman and the third Indian captain to win the Cricket World Cup and registered her name in the list of history. By the way, India has also won the T20 World Cup twice in 2007 and 2024, but in the history of women’s cricket, Harmanpreet, who has raised the head of the country, Punjab, Moga and her family all over the world, adopted the formula of playing by calming the mind on the advice of the great batsman Sachin Tendulkar before the match, which also worked for Harman. Sachin Tendulkar had advised Harmanpreet on the phone before the final. Such a big success suddenly after playing cricket for 16 years seems like a dream to Harmanpreet. Harmanpreet paid tribute to the hard work of Mithali Raj, Jhulan Goswami and Anjum Chopra by sharing the World Cup trophy with her team.
Harmanpreet Kaur, the Queen of Cricket
Many stars have shone in the sky of Indian cricket, but some shine in such a way that the entire world salutes their light. One of these names is Harmanpreet Kaur. At the age of just 36, Harmanpreet has given new direction and heights to women’s cricket not only in India but also in the whole world. She is not an ordinary player, but an inspiration, an example of how history can be created through hard work. Harmanpreet’s story begins from a simple Punjabi family, which is shining on the stage of global cricket today. In this article, we will try to tell in detail about Harmanpreet’s life, career and contribution.
Harmanpreet Kaur’s Life Story
Harmanpreet Kaur was born on 8 March 1989 in Moga district to father Harmander Singh Bhullar and mother Satwinder Kaur. Harman’s father not only recognized her talent, but also trained her rigorously. During an interview, Harman says that “When she had to decide her likes and dislikes in her childhood, she had a bat with her. I still remember playing with a bat from my father’s kit bag. Harmanpreet was associated with cricket at the Gyan Jyoti School Academy. She studied at the Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya College of Guru Nanak Dev University in Jalandhar.
According to information, Harmanpreet’s international career in the Indian team started in 2009. She is a top batsman and right-arm bowler. Harmanpreet Kaur made her ODI debut for India on 7 March 2009 against Pakistan. Harman made her T20 debut against England on 11 June 2009. Harman’s Test debut was on 13 August 2014 against England. She took over the T20 captaincy of India in 2016, even before that, when Mithali Raj was not in the team, she captained India. After Mithali’s retirement, Harman became the captain of the team in all formats.
Mark against Australia
Harmanpreet has led India to victory in both T20 and ODI formats many times. The biggest turning point in her career came in 2017, when Harmanpreet played a historic innings of 171 not out in 115 balls against a strong Australian team in the semi-final of the Women’s World Cup. This tremendous performance took India to the final and changed the image of women’s cricket in the country. It was a moment that made Harmanpreet a national star.
She became the first Indian woman cricketer to sign for Sydney Thunder in Australia’s Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) in 2016. Her success opened the way for other Indian players to play in foreign leagues. The biggest achievement of Harmanpreet’s career came in 2025, when she captained the Indian women’s cricket team, won the first ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. By defeating South Africa in the final, Harmanpreet became the first woman captain for India to win the One-Day World Cup. This victory sent a wave of joy across the country and took women’s cricket to new heights.
Harmanpreet honoured with Arjuna Award
For Harmanpreet’s outstanding contribution to cricket, the Government of India honoured her with the Arjuna Award in 2017. Harmanpreet Kaur is an important player for Indian cricket today. Whether it is hitting long sixes or taking wickets at crucial times, she always stands up for the team.
Harmanpreet Kaur is not just a cricketer, but a consciousness. She is the face of the new India, which is breaking old barriers and moving forward. Her story teaches us that dreams do not see age, place or circumstances. If there is passion in the heart and skill in the hands, then reaching the top of the world is not a difficult task. Harmanpreet Kaur is only Not the daughter of Moga, but the ‘lion of India’, who has proven that if dreams are big, then no obstacle matters. At this time, Harmanpreet Kaur has created history not only with her bat, but also with her hard work, dedication and courage. Harman is the ‘Queen of Cricket’ in the truest sense.
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