India’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup squad showcased strong form in a warm-up victory against the West Indies. Stand-in captain Smriti Mandhana praised the team’s depth and competition, highlighting the impressive performances of fringe players.
With regular skipper Harmanpreet Kaur absent, Mandhana led the team and contributed significantly with a quick 39 off 23 balls. Notably, players vying for spots in the playing XI shone in the match. Bharti Fulmali’s unbeaten 56 and the bowling duo of Shreyanka Patil and Radha Yadav, who claimed seven wickets, stood out.
Mandhana emphasized the importance of players seizing opportunities, especially those with limited recent game time. She expressed satisfaction with the squad’s performance, stating that the competition for spots was a positive sign for India’s World Cup campaign.
India utilized the warm-up game to fine-tune combinations and test squad depth. The match provided selectors with valuable insights as players made strong cases for selection. The team’s balanced performance, led by Mandhana and complemented by Fulmali’s innings and the bowling unit’s discipline, bodes well for the upcoming tournament.
