India's WC hopes ride on openers Shafali, Smriti
New Chandigarh, June 9 -- As India prepare for another shot at the Women's T20 World Cup, much of their hopes will rest on their explosive opening pair, Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana. They have been instrumental in defining India's approach, providing starts that dictate the match.
In T20 cricket, momentum is everything. A strong Powerplay sets the tone forces captains on the defensive and lets the middle order play freely. India have repeatedly benefited from the Mandhana-Shafali efforts at the top. The left-right combination is complementary. Mandhana's elegance and timing are contrasted with Shafali's power and fearless strokeplay. Yet, they head into the World Cup after a lean series against hosts England. Opening stands of 19, 27 a...
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