India's Women's World Cup 2025 Squad Announcement LIVE Updates: Will Shafali Verma Find A Place?
Apart from Pakistan playing all their games in Colombo, India will host the 50-over World Cup, comprising eight sides from September 30, with their eyes all set on an elusive global trophy.
Will Shafali be included despite her fledgling returns in the format? Is Renuka fit to play? Stay tuned for all LIVE Updates:
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