Sunday ‘s battle at DY Patil stadium Promises good cricket as Verma & Mandhana Look to Repeat Heroics
Navi Mumbai, January 5, 2024: With the sun setting on a dominant Indian victory in the first T20I. All eyes now turn to the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy today. There are Indian women cricket team lock horns with Australia in the second match of the three game T20I series. In the previous match the Indian women team won by 9 wickets, so captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s team will be aiming to secure this series, to lead on Sunday before heading to Australia for the remaining match.
The first encounter was a masterclass in batting, with young talents Shafali Verma and the ever-reliable Smriti Mandhana carving up the Australian bowling attack. Verma’s attacking fifty coupled with Mandhana compose knock made light work of a modest 141 target set by Australia. The bowlers, led by Titas Sadhu took four key wickets, also played their part in restricting the Aussies.
However, a resurgent Australia will be keen to bounce back and level the series. Captain Alyssa Healy and her experienced side will be worry of Verma’s explosive form but confident in their batting powers. Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney, who got starts in the first game, will look to convert them into big scores, while the likes of Ellyse Perry and Tahlia McGrath will provide solidity in the middle order.
The Indian bowling attack, spearheaded by Deepti Sharma and Renuka Singh Thakur, will need to be at their best to contain the formidable Australian batting lineup. Titas sadhu spin will also be crucial in breaking partnerships and picking up key wickets.
Key Information for Ind-w vs Aus-w 2nd T20I match:
Match: India Women vs Australia Women, 2nd T20I match
Date and Time: Sunday, January 7, 2024 at 7:00 PM IST
Venue: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Live Streaming: JioCinema App & Website
Telecast: Sports 18 1 & Sports 18 1 HD
What to Expect in 2nd T20I Today:
*Another high-scoring encounter is on the cards, with both teams boasting explosive batting lineups.
*Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana will be the players to watch out for in the Indian camp, while Australia will rely on their experienced players like Meg Lanning and Alyssa Healy.
*The battle between India’s spinners and Australia’s batters could be decisive.
*A win for India will secure the series lead and a massive boost in confidence before heading Down Under.
So, buckle up for another thrilling chapter in the India-Australia rivalry. Will India replicate their first-game magic and take an unassailable lead, or will Australia roar back and level the series? All eyes will be on the DY Patil ground on Sunday as the answer unfolds.
