In the current Women’s T20 World Cup, Asha Sobhana was selected for India’s playing XI for their intense match against Australia. However, the 33-year-old spinner was unable to compete because she hurt her knee during practice. It’s interesting to note that at the toss, Australia’s stand-in captain Tahlia McGrath had already received the team list from captain Harmanpreet Kaur. This prompted the match referee to step in and speak with both leaders about the circumstances surrounding Sobhana’s injury.
Notably, Asha Sobhana was taken for a medical evaluation shortly after the injury, and the cricket player did not even attend the playing of the national anthem.
The Indian team was able to designate Radha Yadav as Asha Sobhana’s replacement in the starting lineup because McGrath, who took Alyssa Healy’s place as captain when he was injured, did not object. Such actions are permitted by ICC law, but only under certain restrictions, such the opponent captain’s consent.
“On the team sheet supplied by the ICC, each captain must submit a written nomination for 11 players plus a maximum of four substitute fielders. No player (member of the playing eleven) may be substituted after nomination and before play begins without the opposing captain’s approval, according to ICC’s Playing Conditions section 1.2.1, with the exception of what is specified in clause 1.2.7 [concerning concussion substitutes].
Australia defeats India by nine runs.
Despite taking two vital wickets during the powerplay, India’s Renuka Singh Yadav was unable to stop Australia’s momentum. To get back into the game, Grace Harris and Tahlia McGrath formed a solid 62-run partnership. Later, Australia scored a solid total thanks to a crucial knock of 32 runs off 23 deliveries from experienced all-rounder Ellyse Perry.
The openers were unable to form a strong connection while chasing 152 runs. Shafali Verma scored a rapid 20 from 13 balls, while Mandhana was out for six runs. With a 54* off 47 balls, Harmanpreet led the lead till
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the very end, but the opposition did not provide her with enough help. India’s chances of making it to the semi-finals were thus put in jeopardy as they ultimately lost by nine runs.
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