Richa Ghosh to be honoured by CAB after Women's World Cup heroics

Richa Ghosh will be honoured by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) with a specially crafted gold-plated bat and ball at a grand felicitation ceremony at Eden Gardens on Saturday, in recognition of her stellar showing at the Women’s World Cup.

One of the key architects of India’s historic title triumph, Richa amassed 235 runs from eight innings at a blazing strike rate of 133.52 — the highest in the tournament — and finished among the team’s top five run-getters.

The gold-plated bat and ball, signed by former India captain Sourav Ganguly and legendary pacer Jhulan Goswami, will be presented to her as a mark of appreciation for her “outstanding achievements and invaluable contribution to Indian cricket.”

CAB president Ganguly said the association takes great pride in honouring a Bengal cricketer who has brought immense glory to both Bengal and India with her fearless performances.

"Richa has shown remarkable talent,



composure, and fighting spirit on the world stage. Honouring her with this gold bat and ball is a small token of our recognition for her extraordinary contribution to Indian cricket. She is an inspiration for every young cricketer in Bengal and across the country,” Ganguly stated in a release.

Batting at No. 7, the 22-year-old from Siliguri delivered vital late-order fireworks, highlighted by a blistering 34 off just 24 balls in the final against South Africa at the DY Patil Stadium, where India triumphed over Laura Wolvaardt’s team by 52 runs.

Throughout the tournament, Richa showcased her power-hitting prowess, smashing 12 sixes — equalling Deandra Dottin’s record for the most in a single Women’s World Cup.

The second wicketkeeper from Siliguri to don the India jersey after Wriddhiman Saha, Richa’s glittering trophy cabinet now includes the Women’s World Cup, U-19 World Cup, Women’s Premier League title, Asian Games gold, and Commonwealth Games silver.