ICC Women's Cricket World Cup-2025: In the dusty streets of Bundelkhand, where girls are often confined to dreams rather than sports, a young girl has created history with her courage. The girl who once picked up balls on the cricket field is now taking wickets for India.
Born into a humble family in Ghuwara, a small village in Chhatarpur district, Kranti Gaur grew up amidst financial constraints and social restrictions. This girl's dream was to play for her country. As a child, when tennis ball cricket tournaments were held in the village, Kranti would serve as a "ball girl" and pick up balls. No one imagined that this girl would one day be part of India's team winning World Cup.
A Daughter Who Overcame Adversity
Kranti's father was a policeman. A job loss in 2012 led to a financial crisis for the family. The family's financial situation was so dire that Kranti had to leave her studies after grade 8. However, she didn't give up and made bat and ball her future. In 2017, Kranti began training at the Sai Cricket Academy in Chhatarpur under coach Rajiv Bilthare. The coach recognized her talent, waived her fees, and provided her with everything from sports equipment to accommodation.
From Village Soil to the International Stage
Gradually, Kranti transitioned from tennis-ball cricket to leather-ball cricket. In 2023-24, she earned a place in the Madhya Pradesh senior team and, with her impressive performances, played a key role in Madhya Pradesh's first domestic ODI title the following season.
Recognizing her potential, the UP Warriors team purchased her for Rs 10 lakh in the WPL 2025 auction. She subsequently earned a place in the Indian team and made her ODI debut against South Africa in Sri Lanka. During the England tour, she created history by taking 6 wickets for just 52 runs, leading India to a major victory.
India's World Champion – Kranti from Madhya Pradesh
In the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup, India won the world title after 47 years, and Kranti Gaur's contribution was decisive in this historic victory. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has announced a reward of Rs 1 crore for her outstanding performance. Kranti has become an example for thousands of daughters. Her story shows that if one's spirits are strong, no dream is too small. She proved that no matter the circumstances, with hard work and faith, even the impossible can become possible.
This is the story of Madhya Pradesh's lioness, "Kranti Gaur," who, with her passion, hard work, and courage, not only created history on the cricket field but also raised the flag of India across the world.