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Pratika Rawal Credits Smriti Mandhana for Her ODI Success
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What Happened?
Pratika Rawal attributes her growth in cricket to batting alongside Smriti Mandhana, as they have scored 1,980 runs together in 28 ODIs since December 2024. Their partnership has redefined India's ODI records.
Key points
- Pratika Rawal and Smriti Mandhana have scored 1,980 runs in 28 ODIs since December 2024.
- Pratika has scored 161 runs in the ongoing ODI series against Zimbabwe.
- Their partnership has surpassed the previous record for most runs by an Indian pair in women's ODIs.
- Pratika's aggressive batting in powerplays has been a focus of her recent performances.
- India has won all five home matches against Zimbabwe in the ongoing series.
Key insights
- The partnership between Rawal and Mandhana may lead to more successful opening combinations for India.
- Pratika's focus on aggressive powerplay batting could influence her future performances.
- Their record-breaking partnership highlights the potential for future achievements in women's cricket.
Why it matters
Pratika's growth alongside Mandhana could inspire young cricketers to develop their skills.
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Pratika Rawal· PersonSmriti Mandhana· PersonIndia· CountryZimbabwe· CountryBCCI Women· Organization
Source
India Today
