Dubai/Bengaluru, Feb 2 (PTI) – Fourteen years ago, a young Gongadi Trisha sat wide-eyed on her father’s lap, watching MS Dhoni launch an unforgettable six to seal India’s 2011 World Cup victory. That moment ignited a passion within her, one that has now culminated in two World Cup triumphs of her own.
At just 19, Trisha has already achieved what many can only dream of—clinching back-to-back ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cups. The latest came on Sunday when India dominated South Africa with a commanding nine-wicket win in Kuala Lumpur.
If her contribution in India’s inaugural title run in 2023 was noteworthy, this time around, she was simply spectacular. Trisha amassed 309 runs at an astounding average of 77.25, including a century, earning her the Player of the Tournament title. Not just a prolific batter, she also showcased her all-round abilities, scalping seven wickets with her leg spin.
An Emotional Triumph
For Trisha, this victory was deeply personal."It means everything. I have no words to describe it. I dedicate this to my father (G Rami Reddy), who is here with me. I wouldn’t be here without him," she told ICC, brimming with pride.
"I want to play for my country and win more matches. Winning this (U19 World Cup) again is simply superb."
Her performances shattered records—becoming the first player to score a century in U19 Women’s World Cup history, registering the second-best batting average of the tournament, hitting the most boundaries, and smashing the second-most sixes.
A Star in the Making
Trisha’s journey began in her hometown of Bhadrachalam before she moved to Hyderabad, where she trained under P Srinivas at the renowned St John’s Coaching Foundation—a cradle of cricketing excellence that has nurtured icons like VVS Laxman and Mithali Raj.Srinivas, who transitioned her from pace to leg spin, believes this is just the beginning.
"She has a fearless attitude and all the shots in the book. She’s only 19, and there’s a long road ahead. Let’s be patient—she is a humble person and will bring many more honors to the country," he said.
WPL Snub to Renewed Aspirations
Despite her incredible talent, Trisha went unsold in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) auction last year—a moment that could have been disheartening. But with a World Cup medal around her neck and a Player of the Tournament award in hand, she now stands on the cusp of something bigger.With her eyes set on donning the senior India jersey, Trisha’s journey is only getting started. The young girl who once watched Dhoni finish in style is now scripting her own legacy—one fearless knock at a time.
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