Despite Historic World Cup Win, Harmanpreet Kaur Not Included in ICC Team of the Tournament

Harmanpreet Kaur, who scripted history by leading India to their first-ever ICC Women's World Cup title on Sunday, has surprisingly not been named in the ICC's Team of the Tournament. The International Cricket Council selected South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt to lead the side.

Among Indian players, only Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Deepti Sharma made it to the lineup. England's Nat Sciver-Brunt was named as the 12th player in the squad.

Consistent Performers Get the Nod

Despite her impactful performances, Harmanpreet's name was missing. The Indian captain scored 260 runs in nine matches at an average of 32.50, including a crucial 89-run knock in the semi-final against Australia.

The ICC team features three players each from the two finalists, India and South Africa. Marizanne Kapp, Wolvaardt, and Nadine de Klerk represent the Proteas, while Mandhana, Rodrigues, and Deepti represent India.

Australia also has a strong presence with Annabel Sutherland, Alana King, and Ashleigh Gardner included. Pakistan's Sidra Nawaz and England's Sophie Ecclestone complete the playing XI.

Indian Stars Shine in the Tournament

Smriti Mandhana had an exceptional tournament, finishing as the second-highest run-getter with 434 runs at an average of 54.25. She also smashed a century against New Zealand. Jemimah Rodrigues' 127-run knock in the semi-final was instrumental in India's record chase of 339, the highest in women's ODI history.

Deepti Sharma's consistency earned her the Player of the Tournament title after topping the bowling charts with 22 wickets.

Wolvaardt Leads the Best XI

South African skipper Laura Wolvaardt had a remarkable campaign, amassing 571 runs at an average of 71.37, the highest in the tournament's history. Her leadership and batting form earned her the captaincy of the ICC Team of the Tournament.

Pakistan's wicketkeeper Sidra Nawaz was selected ahead of India's Richa Ghosh and Australia's Alyssa Healy, thanks to her sharp glovework which included three catches and four stumpings, one of them dismissing Harmanpreet Kaur down the leg side.

The selection panel included commentators Ian Bishop, Mel Jones, and Isa Guha, along with ICC's Gaurav Saxena and journalist Estelle Vasudevan.

ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Team of the Tournament

Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Marizanne Kapp, Ashleigh Gardner, Deepti Sharma, Annabel Sutherland, Nadine de Klerk, Sidra Nawaz, Alana King, Sophie Ecclestone
12th player: Nat Sciver-Brunt