India look to sealing series against Ireland
   Date :12-Jan-2025
 
 
India look to
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a commanding performance by the youngsters in the opening match, India will eye another clinical display from them to seal the three-match series when they face Ireland in the second women’s ODI here on Sunday. Despite fielding a relatively inexperienced side, Indian women enjoyed a perfect day in the first ODI, registering a six-wicket win to take a 1-0 series lead. Captain Smriti Mandhana continued her fine form, laying the foundation with a forceful 41, while the efforts of Pratika Rawal and Tejal Hasabnis, who shared a 100-plus partnership to steer the chase, were crucial. Their performances are a big boost for the team, especially with regular skipper Harmanpreet Kaur missing from the line-up after she was rested for this series.
 
Pace spearhead Renuka Singh, the highest wicket-taker in the previous series against the West Indies, was also rested for this series. In her absence, young Titas Sadhu stepped up, striking in her first spell. Sayali Satghare also impressed, taking a wicket, while Saima Thakor bowled a tidy 10-over spell. Spinner Priya Mishra had a notable outing with two quick wickets, and vice-captain Deepti Sharma also played her part. Mandhana, who had previously captained India against New Zealand, managed the inexperienced squad in excellent manner, and the management might be pleased with the bench strength ahead of the home ODI