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India U20 Women’s Rugby Team Stuns New Zealand 17-0, Anand Mahindra Celebrates
✍️ NDTV Sports
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 11:42 AM
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India’s U20 women’s rugby squad defeated New Zealand 17-0, prompting a jubilant reaction from industrialist Anand Mahindra.
India’s U20 women’s rugby team secured a decisive 17‑0 victory over New Zealand in a recent international fixture. The win marked a significant milestone for Indian women’s rugby on the global stage.
Industrialist Anand Mahindra, a known supporter of the sport, expressed his delight in a social‑media post, joking that he feared the result might be an April Fools prank.
The match, played in a neutral venue, showcased India’s growing prowess in a sport traditionally dominated by New Zealand. The victory is expected to boost interest and investment in women’s rugby across the country.
India’s coaching staff praised the players’ discipline and teamwork, noting that the win could serve as a springboard for future international competitions.
Industrialist Anand Mahindra, a known supporter of the sport, expressed his delight in a social‑media post, joking that he feared the result might be an April Fools prank.
The match, played in a neutral venue, showcased India’s growing prowess in a sport traditionally dominated by New Zealand. The victory is expected to boost interest and investment in women’s rugby across the country.
India’s coaching staff praised the players’ discipline and teamwork, noting that the win could serve as a springboard for future international competitions.