India’s Richa Ghosh shared her thoughts on being promoted in the batting order by coach Amol Muzumdar during the recent T20I match against Sri Lanka. She emphasized her goal of scoring runs and finishing well for the team, regardless of her position on the field.
In a remarkable performance in Thiruvananthapuram, Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma led India to a 30-run victory over Sri Lanka in the fourth T20I, securing a 4-0 lead in the series. The duo’s aggressive play helped India post a formidable total of 221 for 2 in 20 overs after being put in to bat first.
Mandhana and Verma’s record-breaking 162-run partnership set a new milestone for India in Women’s T20Is. Mandhana’s 80 off 48 balls and Verma’s 79 off 46 contributed significantly to the team’s success. Mandhana also achieved the distinction of becoming the fastest batter to reach 10,000 international runs in terms of innings.
Despite a valiant effort by Sri Lanka in pursuit of 222, they were limited to 191 for 6, with captain Chamari Athapaththu scoring a solid fifty. Reflecting on the match, Richa Ghosh highlighted the team’s fielding improvements, emphasizing the collective effort in enhancing their skills and performance on the field.
Richa emphasized her commitment to making valuable contributions whenever she gets the opportunity to bat, focusing on scoring runs and ensuring a strong finish for the team. She praised the favorable batting conditions and credited the team’s effective shot selection for their successful run chase against Sri Lanka.
Discussing the impact of the World Cup victory on the players’ lives, Richa mentioned the noticeable transformation post the win. She expressed joy over the increased recognition and warm reception from the public, citing the growing familiarity with players like Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, and Shafali Verma. The confidence gained from the World Cup triumph has translated into improved performance and a positive outlook for the team in subsequent series.
