The strategy of fielding five batters, a wicketkeeper, and five bowlers — three of whom double up as all-rounders — has been India’s go-to template through most of this World Cup cycle.
The pair walked out knowing the target was well within reach after England produced a relentless bowling display to dismiss South Africa for just 69 under 21 overs, their third-lowest ODI total and their second-lowest ever in a World Cup match.
Bangladesh struck early through 20-year-old Marufa Akter, whose devastating opening spell dismantled Pakistan’s top order and earned her the Player of the Match award.
Most players in the current Australian squad are no strangers to Indian conditions, having featured regularly in bilateral series as well as the Women’s Premier League (WPL).
Women's cricket in Delhi took another major step forward as Central Delhi Queens, North Delhi Strikers, East Delhi Riders, and South Delhi Superstarz completed their squad line-ups for DPL Season 2, featuring an exciting mix of emerging and experienced players.
The opening match will see hosts England take on Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on June 12.
Hayley Jensen, an all-rounder for New Zealand, announced her retirement from international cricket on Friday after playing for her country in five ICC championships. According to the ICC official website.
Sri Lanka will host a ti-nation women’s ODI series, involving India and South Africa during the months of April and May.
Smriti Mandhana will lead the Indian women’s team for the three-match ODI series against Ireland, starting January 10 in Rajkot. The announcement came after regular captain Harmanpreet Kaur and fast bowler Renuka Singh were rested to manage their workload.
India off-spinner Deepti Sharma rose a spot to break into the top 5 in the latest ICC Women’s ODI rankings for bowlers, following her match-winning performances in the recently-concluded home series against the West Indies.
