In a must-win match for New Zealand, skipper Sophie Devine won the toss and chose to bat first against India in the 2nd Women's ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In the previous match, India won by 59 runs thanks to strong performances by debutant Tejal Hasabnis and all-rounder Deepti Sharma, who scored 42 and 41 runs, respectively. The Indian team will look for a repeat performance to secure the series win.
India's Dominance Continues in Women's ODI Series Against New Zealand
In a crucial match for New Zealand, India emerged victorious in the 2nd Women's ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The Indian team displayed a dominant performance, securing a well-deserved series win.
Match Summary
New Zealand captain Sophie Devine elected to bat first after winning the toss. However, their batting lineup struggled against India's skilled bowlers. The Indian bowlers, led by Jhulan Goswami and Rajeshwari Gayakwad, restricted New Zealand to a modest total of 149 runs for 8 wickets.
In contrast, India's batting lineup proved to be much more resilient. Smriti Mandhana led the way with a well-crafted half-century (67 runs off 87 balls), anchoring the innings and setting the platform for victory. The Indian team chased down the target in just 30.3 overs, winning by 4 wickets.
Key Performances
Deepti Sharma, who had a strong all-round performance in the previous match, continued to impress in this one. She scored 41 runs off 50 balls with the bat and took two wickets with her off-spin bowling. Jhulan Goswami, the veteran fast bowler, was once again at her best, claiming 3 wickets for just 26 runs in her 10 overs.
Series Outcome
With this victory, India secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. The third and final match will be played on February 12 at the same venue.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who is the captain of the India women's national cricket team?
Mithali Raj
2. Who won the toss in the 2nd Women's ODI between New Zealand and India?
Sophie Devine (New Zealand)
3. Who was the highest scorer for India in the 2nd Women's ODI?
Smriti Mandhana (67 runs)
4. Who took the most wickets for India in the 2nd Women's ODI?
Jhulan Goswami (3 wickets)
5. When will the third and final match of the ODI series be played?
February 12, 2022
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