With luck continuing to elude India for the second consecutive match in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, Pakistan’s choice to bat first was met with fierce resistance.
Renuka Singh Thakur opened the bowling, seeking lateral movement in this high-stakes encounter, and she showcased her skills by striking at the end of the first over.
Having conceded just one run from the first five balls, Renuka kept the Pakistan openers on their toes with her impressive in-swing.
Coming over the wicket, she delivered a length ball well outside the stumps that sharply angled in towards Gull Feroza. Noticing wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh stepping up to the stumps, the batter attempted to counter by advancing down the pitch.
Early wicket for India! 😍
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Unfortunately, she lost her footing, failing to adjust to Renuka’s sharp in-swing, and the ball crashed into the stumps. Renuka celebrated by leaping into the air, and social media erupted in admiration for her bowling prowess.