In the third ODI between India Women and New Zealand Women, Deepti Sharma showcased her exceptional fielding skills by taking a spectacular catch off the bowling of Priya Mishra.
Deepti Sharma incredible catch
The incident took place in the 19th over of New Zealand’s innings. Priya was bowling to Georgia Plimmer when Deepti, strategically positioned at slip, moved in from short third man just before the delivery. As Plimmer attempted to cut a short, outside-off delivery, she got an outer edge that was perfectly directed to Deepti’s right. With remarkable agility, Deepti held on to the catch, leaving the bowler ecstatic. This dismissal was significant, as it marked Plimmer’s exit after scoring 39 runs off 67 balls, which included four fours and a six.
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.@Deepti_Sharma06 with a sharp catch at first slip! 🙌
Priya Mishra gets her second wicket of the day 👌👌
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Deepti leads India’s bowling attack
After winning the toss and opting to bat first, New Zealand wre bowled out for 232 runs in 49.5 overs. The innings was marked by a strong performance from Brooke Halliday, who emerged as the top scorer for the White Ferns. Halliday played a stellar innings, amassing 86 off 96 balls, peppered with nine fours and three sixes. Despite Halliday’s efforts, the New Zealand batting line-up struggled against the Indian bowlers.
Deepti not only impressed in the field but also excelled with the ball, claiming three wickets in her 10-over spell, conceding just 39 runs. Her all-round performance proved vital in restricting New Zealand to a manageable total. Sharma’s wicket-taking ability, combined with her sharp reflexes in the slip cordon, underscored her significance in the Indian squad.
With the target of 233 for India, this match was a must-win for both teams. India secured victory in the first ODI, while New Zealand bounced back in the second match, setting the stage for an exciting decider. The stakes were high as both sides aimed to clinch the series, making every moment of the game even more thrilling for players and fans alike.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.