New Delhi: Sanjay ManjrekarFormer Indian cricketer believes that every player Harmanpreet KaurThe team must give its best in the upcoming 2024 match against defending champions Australia Women’s T20 World Cup In Sharjah.
Australia, who are currently top of the table, have won all three of their Group A matches so far. This leaves a three-way battle between India, New Zealand and Pakistan for the remaining semi-final spots.
India’s hopes of qualifying have been given a huge boost with an 82-run win over Sri Lanka, boosting their quality net run rate (NRR) to +0.567.
“The Indian Women’s T20 team has been performing well but the real test will come against Australia. It’s a battle of giants and we need every player to step up and give their best. This is India The team tests its progress.
To secure a semi-final spot, third-ranked India must win a crucial match against Australia Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Furthermore, assuming these teams win their remaining games, they will need a higher net run rate compared to Australia or New Zealand.
If they lose the match, India will need Pakistan and New Zealand to lower their NRR, assuming all teams end up with 4 points each.
India’s chances look slightly better after Australian fast bowlers Terra Vlaminck and captain Alyssa Healy Withdrew from the recent match against Pakistan due to injury. Vlaemink dislocated his shoulder and Healy injured his right foot.