India have already wrapped up the Zimbabwe ODI sequence lead after two commanding performances at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi. Within the opening game, India chased down 198 comfortably with 9 wickets in hand, powered by a superb unbeaten century from debutant Pratika Rawal (100*) and a stingy four-wicket spell from spinner N Sree Charani (4/23). The host facet doubled down within the second match, amassing 328/6 on the again of Harmanpreet Kaur’s blistering 126 and Deepti Sharma’s all-round brilliance, before bowling Zimbabwe out for 207 to seal a complete 121-run victory and safe maximum ICC Ladies’s Championship points.
Squads:
India Ladies’s Cricket Team
Smriti Mandhana (C), Deepti Sharma (VC), Yastika Bhatia, Harleen Deol, Kranti Gaud, Richa Ghosh, Tejal Hasabnis, Harmanpreet Kaur, Pratika Rawal, Renuka Singh, Sayali Satghare, Shafali Verma, Nandani Sharma, Shree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma
Zimbabwe Ladies’s Cricket Team
Josephine Nkomo (C), Beloved Biza, Olinder Chare, Kudzai Chigora, Francisca Chipare, Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, Tendai Makusha, Michelle Mavunga, Sharne Mayers, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Modester Mupachikwa, Kelis Ndhlovu, Loryn Phiri, Nomvelo Sibanda
Gamers to watch out:
Pratika Rawal
Pratika Rawal has actually cemented her presence at the prime of the order in the course of the ongoing sequence against Zimbabwe, headlined by a stellar, unbeaten century on her solution to racking up 161 runs across two matches at an unbelievable average of 161.00. Her potential to anchor the innings whereas discovering the boundary with 19 fours and a couple of sixes exhibits a uncommon mix of composure and stroke-play that kept the opposition bowlers fullly at bay.
N Sree Charani
N Sree Charani placed on a clinic with the ball in hand for India Ladies, spinning a web across the batters to complete with 5 wickets from just two outings whereas conceding at a miserly economy charge of three.33. Her standout spell of 4 for 23 dismantled the batting lineup and showcased her knack for selecting up crucial breakthroughs when the staff needed them most.
Beloved Biza
Beloved Biza fought valiantly for Zimbabwe throughout the tour, rising as one of their most dependable contributors with each bat and ball. She accrued 96 runs across two matches—highlighted by a gritty 62—and chipped in effectively with the ball, ending the sequence as Zimbabwe’s main wicket-taker with 5 scalps, together with a fine 3-wicket haul against a formidable Indian facet.
Nomvelo Sibanda
Nomvelo Sibanda has been putting in tireless shifts decrease down the order for the visiting facet, battling laborious against a relentless Indian bowling attack. She managed to choose up 2 wickets in the course of the matches whereas additionally chipping in with important overs, displaying the combating spirit that defines the Zimbabwe squad on this difficult tour.
Pitch:
The pitch is a batting-friendly monitor with true bounce and a quick outfield. Pacers get early movement with the new ball, however it flattens out for stroke-play later. Spinners face tough situations, particularly with dew at night.
Weather:
The situations shall be warm and sunny, with a daytime high of 34°C (94°F) dropping to a nice 21°C (69°F) at night. Expect clear skies, zero chance of rain, and light-weight winds around 6 mph.
Fantasy Enjoying XI:
Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Harmanpreet Kaur, Shafali Verma, N Sree Charani, Josephine Nkomo, Beloved Biza, Olinder Chare, Kudzai Chigora, Francisca Chipare
Match Particulars:
Venue – Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara
Broadcast – Star Sports, JioStar
Supply: femalecricket.com
