Agra: Ace India all-rounder Deepti Sharma received a hero’s welcome during a grand road show in her hometown, Agra, on Thursday, fresh off being named Player of the Tournament in India’s victorious ICC ODI Women’s World Cup campaign. The city turned out in full strength as fans lined the streets, celebrating one of India’s finest cricketers.
Deepti was also felicitated for her outstanding achievements, a moment that inspired thousands of young girls in Agra to pursue their cricketing dreams. The vibrant procession, filled with cheers and colour, highlighted Agra’s pride in its sporting icon and her role in India’s global rise in women’s cricket.
Speaking at the event, Deepti said, “Coming back to Agra feels like coming back to the people who shaped my journey. This honour belongs to the city as much as it belongs to me. The love and energy here push me to keep raising the bar for India.”
