IND-W vs PAK-W: India vs Pakistan Women – Every India vs Pakistan match brings its own set of tensions. After the men’s team lost their first-ever World Cup clash to Pakistan, it is up to Mithali Raj & Co to avenge that loss when the two sides meet in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup match on Sunday (March 06). India have quite a few match-winners in their arsenal like Harmnapreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, and Shafali Verma. Follow IND W vs PAK W on InsideSport for live updates.
India also boasts of two legendary players – Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami, who are also the most experienced. The team also has a clean record in World Cups against Pakistan and would be keen to make 3-0.
IND-W vs PAK-W: 5 India women players to watch out in blockbuster clash against arch-rivals Pakistan
1: Smriti Mandhana
India opening batter Smriti Mandhana was the team’s leading run-scorer in 2021. She scored 855 runs across formats and won the ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year Award. The southpaw sets the tone for India upfront. The team more often than not win games when Mandhana scores big. The star player will be integral to the team’s success against Pakistan.
2: Jhulan Goswami
Even at the ripe age of 38, Jhulan Goswami still is a force to reckon with. An economy rate of under four runs per over is gold dust in ODI cricket. The seasoned campaigner has also brought variations in her armory. In 2021 she took 15 wickets and was India’s best bowler. This in all probability will be the last World Cup, and Goswami would like to end on a high.
IND-W vs PAK-W: 5 India women players to watch out in blockbuster clash against arch-rivals Pakistan
3: Shafali Verma
Teenage sensation Shafali Verma has the ability to change the complexion of the game within a few balls. Verma is the X factor player in the Indian team. She scores briskly at the top and releases the pressure of Mandhana. The right-hand batter is not is currently not amongst the runs in ODI format, but the management has faith in her abilities to bounce back.
IND-W vs PAK-W: 5 India women players to watch out in blockbuster clash against arch-rivals Pakistan
4: Mithali Raj
India captain Mithali Raj is in sublime form in ODI cricket. She scored 503 runs in 11 matches and carried the batting ably on her shoulders. Although India lost all the ODI series against South Africa, England, and Australia, it was a joy to watch Mithali bat. With her at the crease, India always managed to get to a competitive score.
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IND-W vs PAK-W: 5 India women players to watch out in blockbuster clash against arch-rivals Pakistan
5: Rajeshwari Gayakwad
Off-spinner Rajeshwari Gayakwad will yet again be the lead spinner in the playing XI. She also had a pretty good year ODI format in 2021 as she picked up 14 ODI wickets and managed to keep things tight in the middle overs. Gayakwad’s 10 overs are crucial for Mithali against Pakistan.
IND-W vs PAK-W: 5 India women players to watch out in blockbuster clash against arch-rivals Pakistan
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