Indian Women’s Cricket Team Nominated for 2026 Laureus World Team of the Year

A landmark achievement for Indian sport. In which the India women’s national cricket team has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Team of the Year Award 2026. This nomination follows their historic triumph at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 which was held in India where they secured their maiden World Cup title. This is the first time a women’s cricket team has been nominated in this category. Which is also marking a defining moment not only for Indian cricket but for global women’s sport.

ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Triumph: The Turning Point

The Indian women’s cricket team delivered a tournament to remember in 2025. Under the leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, the squad showcased resilience, tactical brilliance, and record-breaking performances.

Key Highlights from the World Cup Campaign

• Won their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup title
• Achieved the highest successful run chase in women’s ODI history
• Defeated Australia in a thrilling semi-final
• Displayed consistent dominance throughout the tournament

The record ODI chase against Australia in the semi-final became one of the most talked-about moments in women’s cricket history.

Laureus World Team of the Year 2026: Elite Company

The nomination was confirmed by Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, which organizes the globally renowned Laureus World Sports Awards.

The Indian women’s cricket squad is nominated alongside,

• England women’s national football team
• Paris Saint Germain
• McLaren

Being placed in such elite company highlights the global impact of India’s World Cup victory.

Significance of This Nomination

The Laureus World Team of the Year Award is one of the most prestigious honours in international sport. It recognizes teams that have delivered outstanding achievements and inspired millions worldwide.

For the Indian women’s cricket team, this nomination signifies,

• Global recognition of women’s cricket
• Growing prominence of Indian women athletes
• A milestone in the evolution of women’s team sports

The nomination reflects how the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 victory reshaped perceptions of women’s cricket on the world stage.

Indian Athletes in Laureus 2026 Spotlight

The women’s cricket team joins a distinguished list of Indian sportspersons nominated in main Laureus categories, including,

• Vinesh Phogat
• Neeraj Chopra
• Rishabh Pant

This collective recognition underscores India’s rising influence in global sports.

Question

Q. The Indian women’s cricket team received the Laureus nomination after winning which tournament?

A) ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
B) ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
C) Asia Cup 2025
D) Commonwealth Games 2026