India, June 24 -- India know there is little room for error as they prepare to face Bangladesh in a crucial Women's T20 World Cup group clash at Old Trafford, Manchester on Thursday, with the battle for the semi-final places entering its decisive phase.

Second in the Group 1 standings with four points, India remain in contention for a semi-final berth but are under pressure after losing to South Africa, who are level on points. With the game against formidable Australia yet to come, India know a win over Bangladesh is non-negotiable.

"We all know how important it is for us to win both the matches," Shafali Verma told reporters on Wednesday. "We'll go match by match. We all know that both the matches (Bangladesh and Australia) are crucia...