India's middle order batswoman Harmanpreet Kaur Bhullar created a buzz on social media after a remarkable 171 not out off 115 balls in the Women's World Cup semi-final against Australia at Derby.
Reactions poured in from all across praising the Chandigarh girl who through this innings not only touched her 3rd ODI hundred but also became the 5th highest run-scorer in women’s cricket.
But have you ever wondered about the story behind her jersey number? She wears 84 on her back but it is not random.
Harmanpreet wears it to show solidarity with the victims of the 1984 riots. Yes, you read that right. She is pretty vocal about it and openly declares her intentions.
The 1984 anti-Sikh riots were a sad period in India's history. It was the aftermath of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's assassination by her Sikh bodyguards.
She also dedicates all her success to those who lost their lives in the violence.
B-TOWN CELEBS 'PROUD' OF INDIAN WOMEN'S CRICKET TEAM
Bollywood celebrities, including Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar say they are "proud" of the Indian women's cricket team for their good game at the ICC Women's World Cup final at Lord's in London.
Though India lost by nine runs after looking good for major part of their 229-run chase, celebrities have shown their love, support and admiration for the team.
Here's what they tweeted:
Amitabh Bachchan: Until you lose, you shall never know the joy of victory! Well played ladies. Bhartiya Nari Zindabad!
Shah Rukh Khan: I wish I was there to give the lovely ladies a hug. Be proud girls. We have achieved greatness today. BCCI women, you've made all Indians proud.
Akshay Kumar: Even broken hearts can laugh! These women have started a revolution and I couldn't be more proud.
Priyanka Chopra: Well played women in blue. It's been an incredible journey and you will always be an inspiration for girls across India.
Shahid Kapoor: This team has woken us all up to women's cricket in India. Great game girls. Almost had it. Proud.
Shraddha Kapoor: It's okay team India. You girls made it to the finals! That in itself is such a proud moment. Womens' World Cup 2017. Girl power all the way.
