When India’s blind women’s cricket team lifted the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup, it marked a historic sporting moment. For captain Deepika TC, the victory carried a deeply personal meaning. Soon after the win, she took her mother, Chittamma, on her first-ever flight.
It was a quiet milestone that spoke volumes about sacrifice, resilience, and a journey shaped by unwavering support.
A Historic World Cup Win
India’s blind women’s cricket team won the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup by defeating Nepal by seven wickets in the final, held in Colombo on 23 November 2025. The triumph placed India firmly at the centre of blind women’s cricket on the global stage.
The team’s achievement was widely celebrated as a breakthrough moment for inclusivity in sport.
Recognition at the Highest Level
Following their World Cup win, the players were felicitated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu. The recognition underscored the significance of their achievement and the growing visibility of para and blind sports in India.
Deepika TC’s Journey
Deepika lost vision in one eye after an accidental injury at an early age, when her nail damaged her eye. Despite this setback, she continued her education and discovered cricket as a path forward.
She studied at a school for the blind in Tumkur, where teachers encouraged her to take up the sport. What began as encouragement soon turned into discipline and leadership.
From State Captain to Leading India
Deepika went on to captain the Karnataka blind women’s team, earning recognition for her composure and tactical understanding of the game. Her performances and leadership eventually led to her being chosen as captain of India’s World Cup squad.
Under her leadership, the team delivered a landmark victory, adding to India’s successful year in women’s cricket in 2025.
A Personal Milestone
After the World Cup win, Deepika shared that she had taken her mother on her first flight. The moment resonated widely, symbolising the full circle of a journey that began with parental sacrifice and ended with national glory.
Her story reflects more than sporting success. It speaks of how belief at home can create wings strong enough to soar far beyond limitations.
