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The Hindu
a day ago
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- The Hindu
IND vs ENG Women's 1st T20I: Women in Blue in focus in English conditions
India women will be keen to internalise the conditions and character of venues in England ahead of next year's World Cup here during the five-match T20I series against the host, beginning with the opening game at Trent Bridge on Saturday (June 28, 2025). The ICC showpiece is almost a year away, but this series is a perfect stepping stone after India's disappointing group-stage exit from last year's edition. The return of explosive opener Shafali Verma apart, India has added some new names, such as Kranti Goud, Shree Charani and Sayali Satghare, into the squad. Shafali, in all likelihood, will be paired with Smriti Mandhana at the pole position. This is India's first T20 assignment of the year, and the return of Sneh Rana and Amanjot Kaur will be keenly watched. India will miss the experience of injured pacers Renuka Singh and Pooja Vastrakar. The visitor lost both its practice matches — a 50-over and a T20 game — to the ECB Development Squad, and will be up against a formidable team led by the talismanic Nat Sciver-Brunt. The host has several experienced stars in its ranks, such as Amy Jones, Tammy Beaumont, Danny Wyatt-Hodge and Sophie Ecclestone. Along with them, England will also field talented youngsters like Issy Wong, Alice Capsey and Sophia Dunkley. In that context, India will require its premier batters, including Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti, Shafali, Jemimah Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh to be in their groove. Harmanpreet might also have regained her confidence after guiding Mumbai Indians to its second WPL title. However, India will welcome some more runs from its lower-order to shore up the team in critical moments. Teams England: Nat Sciver-Brunt (Capt.), Em Arlott, Tammy Beaumont (wk), Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Amy Jones (wk), Paige Scholfield, Linsey Smith, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Issy Wong. India: Harmanpreet Kaur (Capt.), Smriti Mandhana (Vice-capt.), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Yastika Bhatia (wk), Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Shree Charani, Shuchi Upadhyay, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare. Match starts at 7 p.m. IST.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
1st T20I: India women eye bright series with broader picture of World Cup in mind
India women will be keen to internalise the conditions and character of venues in England ahead of next year's World Cup here during the five-match T20I series against the hosts, beginning with the opening game on Saturday. The ICC showpiece is almost a year away, but this series is a perfect stepping stone after their disappointing group stage exit from the last year's edition. The management will try to draft in some initial ideas about the peculiar playing surfaces and the fickle weather pattern that jointly make playing cricket a unique experience in England. The rubber might also give the think-tank an inkling on the kind of players who could potentially make an impact here. The return of explosive opener Shafali Verma apart, India have added some new names such as Kranti Goud, Sree Charani and Sayali Satghare into their squad. Live Events Shafali, in all likelihood, will be paired with Smriti Mandhana at the pole position where Uma Chetry failed to impress as an opener in the few matches she played. This is India's first T20 assignment of the year, and the return of off-spin all-rounder Sneh Rana and fast bowling all-rounder Amanjot Kaur will be keenly watched. Rana is coming back to the side since February 2023, and her confidence has been boosted by a fruitful outing in this year's Women's Premier League (WPL). However, India will miss the experience of pacers Renuka Singh and Pooja Vastrakar, who are out of this series with respective injuries. Therefore the team management will hope that the young names will step up, and they know the challenges of playing England at their home. The visitors have lost both their practice matches - a 50-over and a T20 game - to the ECB Development Squad, and they will be up against a formidable team led by the talismanic Nat Sciver-Brunt. The home side has several experienced stars in their ranks such as Amy Jones, Tammy Beaumont, Danny Wyatt-Hodge and Sophie Ecclestone. Along with them, England will also field talented young players such as Issy Wong, Alice Capsey and Sophia Dunkley. In that context, India will require their premier batters like skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, Mandhana, Shafali, Jemimah Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh to be in their groove from the first match itself. Harmanpreet might also have regained her confidence after guiding Mumbai Indians to their second WPL title earlier this year, contributing with the bat and as the skipper. However, India will welcome some more runs from their batters lower down the order, who in the recent past have failed to shore up the team in some critical moments. Teams (from): India: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Yastika Bhatia (wk), Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Sree Charani, Shuchi Upadhyay, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare. England: Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Em Arlott, Tammy Beaumont (wk), Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Amy Jones (wk), Paige Scholfield, Linsey Smith, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Issy Wong. Match starts at 7 pm IST.
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I preview: India aim to end poor T20I record in ENG
As India gear up for the first T20I against England at Trent Bridge on Saturday, the Women in Blue are not just eyeing a positive start but also looking to reverse a long-standing poor record in T20Is on English soil. With the ICC Women's World Cup scheduled to be held in England next year, this five-match series offers the perfect dress rehearsal for Harmanpreet Kaur and her team. Having bowed out early in the last edition, the Indian camp views this series as an ideal opportunity to familiarise themselves with English conditions—both in terms of the challenging pitches and the ever-changing weather. According to the team management, these games will help them identify key players who can thrive in such scenarios, as well as fine-tune their strategy. Eyes on new faces and returning stars India's squad features a blend of youth and experience. Explosive opener Shafali Verma returns to the top of the order and is expected to open alongside Smriti Mandhana, replacing Uma Chetry, who didn't quite grab her chances earlier. Alongside established names, the inclusion of Kranti Goud, Sayali Satghare and Sree Charani indicates a forward-looking approach from the selectors. Sneh Rana, back after over a year, is being closely watched following a strong WPL 2025 season. Amanjot Kaur, who brings pace and depth with the bat, also adds to the all-round strength. With Renuka Singh and Pooja Vastrakar sidelined due to injury, the younger players have a chance to prove their mettle in a challenging environment. Tough challenge against star-studded England India lost both their warm-up matches against the ECB Development Squad—signalling the uphill task they face against a full-strength England team led by Nat Sciver-Brunt. England have depth and variety in their ranks, including experienced players like Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones and Danni Wyatt-Hodge, along with rising stars like Alice Capsey, Issy Wong and Sophia Dunkley. The Indian think tank will be counting on their top-order batters—Harmanpreet, Mandhana, Shafali, Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh—to hit the ground running. Harmanpreet, buoyed by her leadership role in Mumbai Indians' second WPL title win earlier this year, is expected to lead from the front. However, India will also need more contributions from the lower order, which has underperformed in recent outings. Battle against history While England start as favourites at home, India see this tour as more than just a series. It's a scouting ground, a test of temperament, and a mission to rewrite their T20I story in England. As per the coaching staff, every match here holds World Cup value. A win in the opener would not only give India momentum but also a psychological edge in a year of rebuilding and preparation.
Mint
2 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
1st T20I: India women eye bright series with broader picture of World Cup in mind
Nottingham, Jun 27 (PTI) India women will be keen to internalise the conditions and character of venues in England ahead of next year's World Cup here during the five-match T20I series against the hosts, beginning with the opening game on Saturday. The ICC showpiece is almost a year away, but this series is a perfect stepping stone after their disappointing group stage exit from the last year's edition. The management will try to draft in some initial ideas about the peculiar playing surfaces and the fickle weather pattern that jointly make playing cricket a unique experience in England. The rubber might also give the think-tank an inkling on the kind of players who could potentially make an impact here. The return of explosive opener Shafali Verma apart, India have added some new names such as Kranti Goud, Sree Charani and Sayali Satghare into their squad. Shafali, in all likelihood, will be paired with Smriti Mandhana at the pole position where Uma Chetry failed to impress as an opener in the few matches she played. This is India's first T20 assignment of the year, and the return of off-spin all-rounder Sneh Rana and fast bowling all-rounder Amanjot Kaur will be keenly watched. Rana is coming back to the side since February 2023, and her confidence has been boosted by a fruitful outing in this year's Women's Premier League (WPL). However, India will miss the experience of pacers Renuka Singh and Pooja Vastrakar, who are out of this series with respective injuries. Therefore the team management will hope that the young names will step up, and they know the challenges of playing England at their home. The visitors have lost both their practice matches — a 50-over and a T20 game — to the ECB Development Squad, and they will be up against a formidable team led by the talismanic Nat Sciver-Brunt. The home side has several experienced stars in their ranks such as Amy Jones, Tammy Beaumont, Danny Wyatt-Hodge and Sophie Ecclestone. Along with them, England will also field talented young players such as Issy Wong, Alice Capsey and Sophia Dunkley. In that context, India will require their premier batters like skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, Mandhana, Shafali, Jemimah Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh to be in their groove from the first match itself. Harmanpreet might also have regained her confidence after guiding Mumbai Indians to their second WPL title earlier this year, contributing with the bat and as the skipper. However, India will welcome some more runs from their batters lower down the order, who in the recent past have failed to shore up the team in some critical moments. India: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Yastika Bhatia (wk), Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Sree Charani, Shuchi Upadhyay, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare. England: Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Em Arlott, Tammy Beaumont (wk), Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Amy Jones (wk), Paige Scholfield, Linsey Smith, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Issy Wong. Match starts at 7 pm IST.
