India is set to kick off their T20 World Cup campaign on October 4 as they take on New Zealand at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
India are in Group A in the world cup where they will face New Zealand, Australia, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. This will be a challenging group for India which consists the likes of defending champions Australia, arch-rivals Pakistan and unpredictable Sri Lanka. New Zealand will still be a challenging team for India.
Today, we have listed five players from India to watch out in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. We have covered their stats, too. Let’s see them.
#1 Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain)
Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain of Indian cricket team, is known for her ability to single-handedly win matches with her explosive batting. She will be a key player for India in the world cup. Harmanpreet’s experience and leadership will be crucial for India in the world cup guiding them through tough matches.
She has played 173 T20Is making 3426 runs at an average of 28.08. She has 12 half-centuries and one century in her name.
#2 Smriti Mandhana (Vice-Captain)
Smriti Mandana, the vice-captain of Indian cricket team, is the one who will anchor India’s top order. She has good experience playing with top teams and making runs against them. She can provide early boost to India in the world cup.
She has played 141 T20I matches making 3493 runs at an average of 28.86. She has 26 half-centuries and 0 centuries in her name.
#3 Deepti Sharma
Deepti Sharma, an all-rounder of Indian cricket team, is equally effective with both bat and ball. Her batting adds depth to India’s batting and her off-spin bowling will be key for India to get breakthroughs in the matches.
She has played 117 T20I matches and have made 1020 runs at an average of 23.72. She has two half-centuries and 131 wickets in her name with BBM of 4/10.
#4 Shafali Verma
Shafali Verma, known for her aggressive style of play, will be a key player for India in this world cup. Her aggressive batting can provide India with quick starts making them well ahead against the opponents in the matches.
She has played 81 T20I matches making 1948 runs with an average of 25.63. She has ten centuries and 10 wickets in her name.
#5 Renuka Singh Thakur
Renuka Singh Thakur, India’s pace spearhead, will be a key player for the team in the world cup. She is renowned for her early breakthroughs and sharp accuracy. She has the ability to swing the ball both ways. Her skills will be challenging one for the opponents, especially on the fast tracks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
She has played 47 T20I matches and have 50 wickets in her name. She has an economy rate of 6.40 with BBM of 5/15.
