After winning the first game of the tri-series against South Africa, India looks for a win against West Indies. Follow for highlights from the match in East London.
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Hoping for its seniors to return, India will look to continue the winning run, when it takes on West Indies in the women’s T20 tri-series match in East London on Monday.
India, without skipper Harmanpreet Kaur in the win over hosts South Africa, gave a good account in the opener.
The captain missed the tie against South Africa owing to illness and it remains to be seen if she returns for the match against the West Indies, who are coming off a big loss against the home side.
India’s playing 11 also didn’t feature the returning Shikha Pandey, Renuka Singh and Pooja Vastrakar in the first game.
Handed the India cap by stand-in skipper Smriti Mandhana, debutant Amanjot Kaur made her first outing a memorable one with a fine performance. Reeling at 69 for five at one stage, India went on to make a fighting 147 for six after Amanjot’s 30-ball 41 while batting at number seven. Fittingly, she was named the Player of the Match in a 27-run victory.
Irrespective of whether the seniors return or not, focus will surely be on the 21-year-old Amanjot as the Women in Blue will look to consolidate their position in the tournament.
“It’s an unreal feeling. I had never thought my first match for India would go this way. This is my first press conference. And to be the Player of the Match - that was even more unexpected,” Amanjot said after the opening match here.
The tri-series is significant as it is the last tournament before the Women’s T20 World Cup which South Africa is hosting next month. The tri-series is slated to end on February 2.
Even though some seniors have taken ill and teen sensations Shafali Verma and Richa Gosh are busy with their commitments in the U-19 World Cup, India can call on the services of their ever-reliable senior all-rounder, Deepti Sharma.
Deepti was at her best against South African, scoring a 23-ball 33 and taking 3/30 in a brilliant all-round display. She will look for an encore in the upcoming match.
As far as West Indies is concerned, they will need to improve in all departments if it is to challenge the Indians.
Where to watch IND-W vs WI-W tri-series match live on TV in India?
The tri-series match between India Women and West Indies Women will be aired LIVE on the Star Sports Network.
Where to watch IND-W vs WI-W tri-series match live online in India?
The tri-series match between India Women and West Indies Women will be streamed LIVE on Disney+Hotstar app.
At what time will IND-W vs WI-W tri-series match start in India?
The tri-series match between India Women and West Indies Women will begin at 10:30 PM IST.
When will IND-W vs WI-W tri-series match be played?
The tri-series match between India Women and West Indies Women will be held on Tuesday, January 24.
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