India Announces Squad for ODI Women's World Cup at Home
India's squad for the ODI Women's World Cup includes a fit-again Renuka Thakur and top-order batter Pratika Rawal, but leaves out Shafali Verma. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, the event starts on September 30 against Sri Lanka. The team is also set for a series of ODIs against Australia beginning September 14.
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India has unveiled its squad for the upcoming ODI Women's World Cup, set to take place on home soil. Leading the roster is captain Harmanpreet Kaur, with the team including the newly fit Renuka Thakur and promising batter Pratika Rawal, while the explosive Shafali Verma is notably absent.
The ICC tournament kicks off on September 30, with India facing Sri Lanka. Prior to the World Cup, the team will play a series of three One-Day Internationals against Australia, starting September 14. Both squads feature key players, with some changes to accommodate fitness considerations.
In a press conference, chief selector Neetu David explained that Shafali Verma remains a crucial prospect for India's future, while Renuka Thakur has recovered fully from injuries to strengthen the squad. Young talent Kranti Gaud, who impressed with a six-wicket haul in England, joins the squad, bolstering India's bowling options.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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