Shafali Verma: Destiny's Call to Indian ODI Glory

Shafali Verma's unexpected revival in the Indian women's ODI team saw her stamp a significant mark on the World Cup campaign, catching many by surprise with her dual prowess in both batting and bowling.

Initially left out, Shafali’s return was prompted by an untimely injury to the in-form opening batter Pratika Rawal. With little time to waste, she joined the squad before the crucial semifinal against Australia, showcasing her determination and readiness.

With a composed and seasoned knock, Shafali scored 87 runs, laying the foundation for India’s total and later provided crucial breakthroughs as a bowler, turning a competitive match against Australia to India’s advantage, a move praised by her captain and head coach.