Overview
- Laureus Sport confirmed on March 3 that India’s World Cup-winning side is shortlisted for the 2026 Laureus World Team of the Year.
- The nomination follows India’s maiden ICC Women’s World Cup title in 2025, highlighted by a record 339-run semi-final chase against Australia before defeating South Africa in the final.
- India features on a six-team shortlist alongside England Women’s football, the European Ryder Cup team, Paris Saint-Germain, McLaren Formula 1 and the Oklahoma City Thunder.
- The ceremony will be held at Madrid’s Cibeles Palace on April 20, marking the city’s third consecutive year as host.
- BCCI leaders hailed the recognition, noting the earlier Rs 51 crore cash award for the champions and the team’s growing stature in global sport.