First held in 2000, the annual awards honour the greatest and most inspirational sporting achievements of the year.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The nomination follows a landmark year for Indian cricket, highlighted by the team\u2019s historic maiden ICC Women\u2019s Cricket World Cup triumph in 2025, a defining moment that etched their names in the annals of the sport.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Throughout the tournament, the Indian team displayed exceptional composure and collective resilience, overcoming top-ranked opponents en route to lifting the trophy. The victory marked India\u2019s first-ever Women\u2019s ODI World Cup title and represented the culmination of years of steady growth, belief, and high-performance excellence in the women\u2019s game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The triumph also reflected the sustained investment and structural development of women\u2019s cricket in India over the past decade.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The India Women\u2019s Cricket Team features on a distinguished shortlist alongside some of the most accomplished teams in world sport:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* Paris Saint-Germain (Football \u2013 France)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* McLaren Formula 1 Team (UK)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* European Ryder Cup Team (Golf \u2013 Europe)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* England Women\u2019s Football Team (UK)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* Oklahoma City Thunder (Basketball \u2013 USA)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The shortlists across categories are determined by votes from more than 1,000 sports media representatives across over 70 countries.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The winners will be announced at a gala ceremony on Monday, 20 April 2026, in Madrid, Spain.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The shortlists across categories are determined by votes from more than 1,000 sports media representatives across over 70 countries.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Devajit Saikia, secretary, BCCI, added, \"The 2025 World Cup triumph was a watershed moment not only for the team but for the entire cricketing ecosystem in our country. This Laureus nomination reflects the global impact of their achievement. The team has inspired a new generation of young girls to take up cricket, and we remain committed to strengthening the foundations and support systems that will sustain this success for years to come. We sincerely hope the team\u2019s extraordinary journey over the past year receives the ultimate recognition at the Laureus Awards and adds another proud chapter to India\u2019s sporting legacy.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n