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Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Team India had their optional and final practice session ahead of the crucial semi-final clash against Australia on Thursday in Navi Mumbai. Amanjot Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Arundhati Reddy, Harleen Deol, Shafali Verma, and Uma Chetry were the only ones who attended. All of them had their usual stints at the nets. Harleen was seen putting in the hard yards, especially against short deliveries. Some tiles were placed where the thrower aimed the plastic balls, and Harleen focused mainly on cuts, pulls, and backfoot punches. The same drill that skipper, Harmanpreet Kaur did in…

Snehasis Mukherjeen Navi Mumbai Shafali Verma and Richa Ghosh were in focus as India trained at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, ahead of their semi-final clash against Australia. After being named as the replacement for injured Pratika Rawal, Shafali arrived in Navi Mumbai last night and had a full net session today. The training began with a warm-up routine followed by catching drills, where players took turns practicing both flat and high catches. Once that was done, the team moved to their net sessions. There was one net set up on the main ground and two more beside it.…

By Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai An enthralling contest awaits Navi Mumbai as India are set to face Australia in the semi-final of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup on October 30, 2025. Rain might loom as a potential spoiler, but beyond the weather, this clash promises several intriguing individual duels that could shape the outcome. Sophie Molineux and Alana King vs India’s spin woes India’s batters have found it difficult to counter spin throughout this tournament, particularly against left-arm options. In the group-stage clash, Sophie Molineux may have gone for 75 runs in her 10 overs, but her three…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Rain had the last word in the final group-stage match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, as the clash between India and Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai was abandoned due to persistent rain. It turned out to be a disappointing outing for the record crowd that had gathered at the DY Patil Stadium. The official attendance was 25,965, surpassing the previous best of 25,166, recorded during India’s clash against Australia in Vizag. Despite the game having no impact on India’s semi-final qualification, the fans showed immense passion and support, making it an evening to remember.…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Bangladesh posted 119/9 in 27 overs against India in a rain-curtailed clash at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. Several rain interruptions affected the innings, but Radha Yadav shone with the ball, picking up three wickets. But India’s revised D-L target will be 126 runs. However, the Women in Blue suffered an injury scare as opener Pratika Rawal limped off the field. While trying to save a boundary, her ankle appeared to twist, and she looked in clear discomfort. The toss was delayed by 35 minutes due to rain. When play finally began, skipper Harmanpreet…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Team India will face defending champions Australia in the semi-final of the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, on October 30, at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. Before that, they play their final group-stage match against Bangladesh at the same venue, on October 26. India’s campaign has been a mixed one so far. They began with two strong wins over Sri Lanka and Pakistan, but then suffered three consecutive defeats against South Africa, Australia, and England. The win over New Zealand, however, helped them secure a place in the semi-finals and eased the…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai The last group-stage match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is set to take place on October 26, with India facing Bangladesh at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Harmanpreet Kaur and her team have already sealed a semi-final berth and currently sit fourth on the table with six points from three wins and three losses, holding a net run rate of +0.628. Bangladesh, on the other hand, are at the bottom of the standings with one win from six matches and a net run rate of -0.578. For Bangladesh, this is…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Only five India players turned up for the practice session before their clash against Bangladesh on October 26 in Navi Mumbai. After sealing a semi-final spot with a win over New Zealand, the Bangladesh match carries little significance for the Women in Blue. However, Harleen Deol, Uma Chetry, Arundhati Reddy, Radha Yadav, and Amanjot Kaur made full use of the session. Harleen and Uma batted for a longer period in the nets, taking turns against the bowlers and taking throwdowns. Amanjot, Arundhati, and Radha were seen bowling. Harleen, who did not get a chance to…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Team India have sealed a place in the semi-final of the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup with a 53-run win (DLS method) over New Zealand. They will now face either Australia or South Africa in the semi-final. But before that, India will play their final group game against Bangladesh on October 26, in Navi Mumbai. While playing New Zealand, India brought back Jemimah Rodrigues into the playing XI after she was dropped for the England match. After a massive 212-run opening stand, the team management finally showed flexibility in their batting order by promoting…

Snehasis Mukherjee in Navi Mumbai Team India have secured their spot in the semi-final of the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup after defeating New Zealand by 53 runs (DLS method) in Navi Mumbai. It was a complete team effort, led by centuries from the openers – Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal – followed by a fantastic unbeaten knock from Jemimah Rodrigues. The trio powered India to a record total of 340/3, setting the tone for a dominant win. Before this World Cup, most of the focus was on India’s batting strength, especially the much-talked-about opening pair of Smriti and…