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Deepti Sharma Credits PM Modi’s Speeches, Hanuman Faith for World Cup Success

New Delhi: Indian cricket star Deepti Sharma has revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s words and her faith in Lord Hanuman have been key factors in her recent success, including India’s Women’s World Cup victory. During a visit to the Prime Minister’s residence on Wednesday, celebrating the team’s triumph, Deepti shared how she draws inspiration from Modi’s speeches.

“I often listen to your speeches. You handle things so calmly, and that helps me a lot,” she told the Prime Minister. Deepti also recalled advice Modi gave her back in 2017, emphasizing resilience after failures. “You said, ‘Keep working hard,’ and that’s exactly what we did. Your advice really motivated me.”

The Prime Minister also inquired about Deepti’s tattoo of Lord Hanuman. Deepti explained that her unwavering faith provides her with confidence. “I have more faith in him than in myself, and that helps me a lot personally in improving my game,” she said.

Deepti Sharma played a pivotal role in India’s World Cup win, scoring 58 runs and taking five wickets in the final against South Africa. Her outstanding performance throughout the tournament, including topping the bowling charts with 22 wickets and scoring 215 runs, earned her the Player of the Tournament award.

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