India, Nov. 1 -- Harmanpreet Kaur and the Indian team management face a dilemma as they get set to take on South Africa in the final of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025. The injury of Pratika Rawal saw Shafali Verma in the semi-final against Australia; however, the explosive opener failed to impress. With a World Cup trophy on the line, India would need a solid foundation from their openers, and with Verma not clicking in her first go, the management could opt to look for someone else.

Besides Verma, the one other option that India could look at is Harleen Deol. But, who should India back, what should be India's strategy in the summit clash? Let us have a look at what the ideal course for the Women in Blue should be.

The right-handed batt...