Harmanpreet Kaur faced a run-out reminiscent of the T20 World Cup semi-finals, as a direct hit from Amy Jones led to her dismissal for 49 during the Navi Mumbai Test against England Women.
India’s women’s cricket team captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, faced an unfortunate déjà vu moment during the Navi Mumbai Test against England Women, falling to a near identical run-out as her dismissal in the T20 World Cup semi-final. Attempting to regain her ground after her partner declined a single, her bat got stuck just centimeters shy of the crease, leading to a direct hit from Amy Jones. This repeated scenario saw Harmanpreet being run out for 49, narrowly missing what would have been her first Test half-century.
Amidst the match tension, an overthrow allowed Harmanpreet and Yastika Bhatia to take an extra run after the ball hit the stumps. While the third umpire reviewed the play, the broadcaster surprisingly displayed Harmanpreet’s supposed fifty before the official decision was shown. Consequently, her teammates, unaware of the review’s status, began cheering for their captain. However, their celebration was short-lived as the umpire’s verdict differed from the premature announcement.
And again Harmanpreet Kaur gets out similar fashion…#HarmanpreetKaur #INDvENG pic.twitter.com/lX4QZLnYAl
— Ajay Ahire (@Ajayahire_cric) December 14, 2023
On the match front, debutants Shubha Satheesh and Jemimah Rodrigues shone brightly on the opening day of India’s one-off Test against England. India’s aggressive batting strategy propelled them to a formidable 410 for 7 at stumps.
Shubha’s impressive 69 off 76 balls, decorated with 13 boundaries, showcased her exceptional footwork and precise shot selection at a swift strike rate of nearly 91. Jemimah contributed with a fluent 68 off 99 balls, showcasing her skill with 11 boundaries. Their 115-run partnership for the third wicket not only set the momentum for India but also secured the second-highest partnership record for the third wicket in Test cricket.
Last Updated on December 14, 2023
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