Guwahati saw music meet cricket as Shreya Ghoshal’s soulful anthem set the stage for India vs Sri Lanka in the Women’s World Cup opener
A Magical Start in Guwahati
The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 kicked off in style at the ACA Stadium, Guwahati. But before the cricket even began, playback queen Shreya Ghoshal gave fans a moment to remember.
Draped in a traditional saree, she walked to the center and sang the national anthem with pure grace. Her voice soared across the packed stands, leaving goosebumps all around. It wasn’t just a routine anthem—it felt like a cultural celebration woven into cricket’s biggest stage.
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Shreya Ghoshal’s Stirring Performance
Crowds rose to their feet, some with tears in their eyes, as Ghoshal’s voice carried through the stadium. The applause was thunderous, reminding everyone that cricket in India isn’t just about bat and ball—it’s about emotion, unity, and moments like this that bring a nation together.
Fans online were quick to share clips, calling her performance “spine-chilling” and “the perfect start to the World Cup.”
India vs Sri Lanka – The Opening Clash
Right after the ceremony, the action began. Sri Lanka’s captain Chamari Athapaththu won the toss and put India in to bat. India’s top order started cautiously, working through tricky early conditions.
But just as the game began to heat up, rain spoiled the fun. Covers came on after 10 overs, and fans waited under umbrellas, still buzzing about Shreya’s anthem.
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Why This World Cup Matters
For India, this is more than just another tournament—it’s a shot at making history. The Women in Blue are one of the hot favorites to finally lift a World Cup at home. On the other side, Sri Lanka’s return to the big stage after eight years carries its own drama. Many still remember their famous upset over India back in 2013.
With that history in mind, and Ghoshal’s anthem still echoing in memory, this World Cup opener wasn’t just about cricket—it was about pride, culture, and the hope of something special
