Image: Deepti Sharma's stunning performance underlined her importance as a key player for India / © The Internet Stud
In the 3rd and final ODI between the India Women and West Indies Women at Vadodara, Deepti Sharma delivered a phenomenal performance, leading India to dominate the game. The West Indies Women, opting to bat first, were bowled out for a modest 162 runs in 38.5 overs. Deepti Sharma was the standout performer, claiming six wickets for just 31 runs in her full quota of 10 overs, including three maidens. Her disciplined bowling dismantled the West Indies batting order, with key dismissals like Chinelle Henry (61 off 72 balls) and Shemaine Campbelle (46 off 62 balls).
Renuka Singh complemented Sharma’s efforts with an impressive four-wicket haul, conceding only 29 runs in 9.5 overs. The pair accounted for all 10 West Indies wickets, leaving the opposition struggling to build partnerships.
India’s chase began steadily, reaching 15/0 in 3.4 overs, with Smriti Mandhana (4) and debutant Pratika Rawal (8) at the crease. The target of 163 seems well within reach, given India’s batting depth. Deepti’s six-wicket haul not only secured her a career-best ODI performance but also highlighted her pivotal role in India’s campaign.