Kiwis Level Series with 76-Run Win
The 2nd ODI between India and New Zealand wemon cricket was held in Ahmedabad witnessed a thrilling contest, with the Kiwis emerging victorious by 76 runs. New Zealand’s total of 259/9 proved insurmountable for India, who were bowled out for 183 in 47.1 overs.
Match summary
New Zealand women elected to bat first
New Zealand Women cricket match
- 259/9 (50 overs)
- Top scorers: Sophie Devine (79), Suzie Bates (58)
- Top bowlers: Radha Yadav (4/52), Rajeshwari Gayakwad (2/42)
India Women cricket match
- 183 (47.1 overs)
- Top scorers: Radha Yadav (48), Harmanpreet Kaur (36)
- Top bowlers: Sophie Devine (3/27), Amelia Kerr (2/32)
Turning Points of Match
- Devine’s 101-run partnership with Bates set the tone for New Zealand’s total.
- Radha Yadav’s four-wicket haul kept India in the hunt.
- Amelia Kerr’s 2/32 restricted India’s middle order.
Player of the Match:
New Zealand’s star all-rounder, Sophie Devine, was declared the Player of the Match in the 2nd ODI against India. Her outstanding performance included:
Batting:
- 79 runs off 94 balls
- 7 fours and 1 six
- Crucial 101-run partnership with Suzie Bates
Bowling:
- 3 wickets for 27 runs in 10 overs
- Economy rate: 2.70
- Key wickets: Harmanpreet Kaur, Yastika Bhatia, and Jemimah Rodrigues
Fielding:
- 1 catche key performances of the players:
Top Batting Performances:
Sophie Devine_ (New Zealand): 79 runs off 94 balls, 7 fours and 1 six
Suzie Bates_ (New Zealand): 58 runs
Radha Yadav_ (India): 48 runs
Top Bowling Performances:
Radha Yadav_ (India): 4 wickets for 52 runs
Sophie Devine_ (New Zealand): 3 wickets for 27 runs
Rajeshwari Gayakwad_ (India): 2 wickets for 42 runs
Other Notable Performances:
Harmanpreet Kaur_ (India): 36 runs
Amy Satterthwaite_ (New Zealand): 32 runs
Lauren Down_ (New Zealand): 27 runs
Winning Captain’s Thoughts:
Sophie Devine :
“We’re thrilled to level the series! Our batting unit did an amazing job to post a competitive total.
Radha Yadav was exceptional with the ball, but our bowlers did well to restrict India’s run chase.”
India Captain’s Thoughts:
Harmanpreet Kaur_
“We fell short today, but we’ll learn from our mistakes.
Radha Yadav’s performance was outstanding, and we’ll build on that.”https://foxnews01.com/icc-womens-t20-world-cup-2024-final-new-zealand-champion/
