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The Indian Women’s cricket team recently made a significant breakthrough by securing their first-ever victory against the Australian Women’s team in Test cricket. This historic moment unfolded at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on the concluding day of the match, where the Indian players displayed an assertive performance, ultimately winning by eight wickets.
In addition to the fierce competition on the field throughout the one-off Test between India and Australia, the spotlight also shone brightly on the compelling and high-intensity exchange between India’s captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, and her Australian counterpart, Alyssa Healy that became the focal point of discussions among cricket enthusiasts.
The controversial incident
The intense moment occurred during the third ball of the 80th over of Australia’s second innings when Harmanpreet bowled a straight delivery to Healy, and she hit it back towards the bowler. In response, Harmanpreet swiftly picked up the ball and threw it towards Healy, attempting for a run out as she deemed the Aussie skipper to be out of her crease.
As Healy was positioned in the line of the throw and in front of the stumps, she used her bat as a shield to protect herself, resulting in a tense situation. Harmanpreet appealed for ‘obstructing the field,’ but the umpires remained unmoved, and the ball raced away for a four, adding another layer of drama to the scenario.
Harmanpreet Kaur’s fiery send-off to Alyssa Healy:
Despite the on-field tension, Harmanpreet maintained her composure and skillfully trapped Healy LBW on the very next delivery. What followed was a highly charged and fiery send-off from India captain, showcasing her passion and determination on the field. The incident quickly went viral, sparking discussions and debates among cricket enthusiasts.
Here’s the video:
Harmanpreet vs Healy fight – pure CINEMA pic.twitter.com/vAxPH5WJt9
— R.K.𝕏 (@The_kafir_boy_2) December 23, 2023
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Mixed reactions
The video of the heated exchange between Harmanpreet and Healy elicited mixed reactions from netizens. While some applauded Indian skipper’s aggressive stance and competitive spirit, others questioned the intensity of the confrontation. The incident added an extra layer of drama to an already historic match, leaving fans eager to hear the players’ perspectives on the exchange.
Healy’s response
After the match, Alyssa Healy addressed the incident, downplaying any notion of a rivalry between her and Harmanpreet. Healy emphasized that the exchange was a display of competitiveness between two passionate cricketers engaged in a good, hard contest. Her comments shed light on the sportsmanship underlying such intense moments on the field and highlighted the mutual respect between players.
“I don’t necessarily think there is a rivalry. I think that we’re just two cricketers going at it. That’s basically the way that I’d sum it up. She’s obviously a passionate cricketer, so am I. That’s what happens when Australia plays India. It’s a good, hard contest. Yesterday was just probably an example of that,” said Healy.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
