India Women Dominate First ODI Against West Indies
In a commanding display, India Women kicked off their ODI series against West Indies Women with a stunning victory, scoring a formidable 314-9. The match showcased exceptional performances, particularly from Smriti Mandhana, who scored a brilliant 91, and Pratika Rawal, who contributed a solid 40 runs.
Harmanpreet Kaur’s Spectacular Catch
The highlight of the game came in the 11th over of West Indies’ chase. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur took center stage with a jaw-dropping one-handed catch that left fans and players in awe. Positioned at mid-on, she leapt into the air, plucking Aaliyah Alleyne’s ambitious shot out of the sky, dismissing her for just 13 runs. This moment was pivotal, leaving the West Indies reeling at 26/5.
India’s Batting Brilliance
Earlier, after being asked to bat first, India Women set a solid foundation for their innings. Alongside Mandhana and Rawal, Harleen Deol and Harmanpreet Kaur contributed 44 and 34 runs, respectively. Richa Ghosh and Jemimah Rodrigues added 26 and 31 runs, helping India cross the 300-run mark despite Zaida James’s impressive five-wicket haul for the visitors.
Bowling Attack Dismantles West Indies
In response, India’s bowlers, led by Renuka Singh, applied relentless pressure on the West Indies’ lineup. Supported by Titas Sadhu and Deepti Sharma, they dismantled the opposition, bringing India close to victory in this thrilling opener of the ICC Women’s Championship series.
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