Chhatarpur's 18-Year-Old Kranti Goud Receives 'Player Of The Match' From Captain After Stunning 6-Wicket Haul In India's Win Over England; Watch Touching Video

Chhatarpur (Madhya Pradesh): In a heartwarming moment after India’s big win against England, Indian women’s team captain Harmanpreet Kaur handed over her Player of the Match award to 18-year-old bowler Kranti Goud, calling her the true game-changer of the match.

The emotional moment between the captain and the young bowler was captured and shared by BCCI on X, where the captain can be seen handing over the Player of the Match award and the match ball to Kranti, acknowledging her exceptional performance.

Check out the video below :

From Captain with lots of heart and love ❤️

A special gesture for a special spell 👌👌

Captain @ImHarmanpreet shares her Player of the Match award with Kranti Gaud and presents her with a signed ball & a special message ✍️#TeamIndia | #ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/vRVNlTOBkF

— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) July 23, 2025

Kranti, a young talent from Chhatarpur, had delivered an outstanding bowling performance, taking 6 key wickets while conceding just 52 runs in 9.5 overs, including a maiden over.

Her spell turned the match around and ensured India’s win and played a crucial role in the victory.

मध्यप्रदेश की बिटिया क्रांति गौड़ से आज हमारा भारत हुआ गौरवान्वित...

इंग्लैंड के खिलाफ निर्णायक वनडे में 6 विकेट लेकर भारत को जीत दिलाने वाली छतरपुर जिले की प्रतिभाशाली खिलाड़ी क्रांति ने न केवल मैच, बल्कि करोड़ों दिल भी जीत लिए हैं। इस उपलब्धि के लिए हार्दिक बधाई एवं… pic.twitter.com/t5hCfq3Uy7

— Dr Mohan Yadav (@DrMohanYadav51) July 23, 2025

What made the moment even more special was Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s gesture.

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After receiving the Player of the Match award, she shared it with Kranti, calling her the real game-changer of the match.

The moment was widely praised on social media for its sportsmanship and encouragement of young talent.

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Kranti’s performance not only earned her the top individual honour of the match but also marked her as a rising star in Indian women’s cricket.

Her calm approach and sharp bowling at just 18 have made her a player to watch in upcoming games.