Harleen Deol has made a significant impact in the second ODI against the West Indies at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, scoring her maiden One Day International (ODI) century. Her outstanding performance has put the Indian women’s cricket team in a strong position as they aim to secure another victory in this three-match series.
Match Highlights
India won the toss and opted to bat first, a decision that proved fruitful as the team set out to establish a strong total. Openers Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal provided a solid foundation with a century partnership. Mandhana continued her impressive form, scoring 53 runs before being run out, while Rawal contributed significantly with her maiden ODI fifty.
However, it was Harleen Deol who stole the spotlight with her remarkable innings. She scored 100 runs off 98 balls, hitting 13 boundaries along the way. Her performance not only showcased her batting prowess but also helped India post a formidable total.
Previous Match Recap
In their first ODI of the series, India secured a massive 211-run victory over the West Indies. The team, led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, had a strong showing with both bat and ball. Renuka Thakur was instrumental in that match, taking five wickets and helping to dismantle the West Indies batting lineup, which collapsed for just 103 runs.
Current Match Status
As of now, India has set a target of 314 runs for the West Indies in this second ODI. The West Indies will need to perform exceptionally well to chase down this total. The team’s batting struggles have been evident throughout the series, and they will be looking to improve their performance in this match.
Full Squads
India:
- Smriti Mandhana
- Pratika Rawal
- Harleen Deol
- Harmanpreet Kaur (captain)
- Richa Ghosh (wicketkeeper)
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Deepti Sharma
- Saima Thakor
- Titas Sadhu
- Renuka Thakur Singh
- Priya Mishra
- Uma Chetry
- Minnu Mani
- Tejal Hasabnis
- Tanuja Kanwar
West Indies:
- Hayley Matthews (captain)
- Qiana Joseph
- Rashada Williams
- Deandra Dottin
- Shemaine Campbelle (wicketkeeper)
- Aaliyah Alleyne
- Shabika Gajnabi
- Zaida James
- Afy Fletcher
- Karishma Ramharack
- Shamilia Connell
- Chinelle Henry
- Mandy Mangru
- Ashmini Munisar
- Nerissa Crafton
Conclusion
With Harleen Deol’s outstanding performance and India’s strong batting display, fans are eagerly anticipating how the West Indies will respond in their chase. As the match progresses, all eyes will be on whether India can maintain their dominance in this series.
Disclaimer: The information provided is based on live updates and may be subject to change as the match progresses.
