India is on the hunt to cement their place in the semis of women’s T20 worldcup

The women’s T20 world cup league phase is at its flag end, and India will face Ireland in their last group encounter. After facing an 11-run defeat at the hands of the English cricket team, India will look to cement their place in the semifinals.

Though the English team had a sluggish start of 29 for three and a five-wicket haul from Renuka Thakur, England posted a daunting total of 151 runs. Thanks to Emily jones for 42 runs innings and 50 runs from Burnt were enough to halt the winning streak of ladies in blue.

Later in the Second Innings, Smriti Mandhana and Richa Ghosh were the only duos with some gas in the tank. Apart from Mandhana’s 52 and a fiery 47 not out from Ghosh, there was nothing that could impact the game.

What to expect from India against Ireland?

India’s win over Ireland would guarantee a place in the Semifinals, but they will finish 2nd in the tables below England.

It’s no competition between the two sides, but cricket is a game by chance. However, a loss would hinder India’s chances of going further in the tournament.

While Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh and Jemimah Rodrigues will attract all the spotlight, Waldron and Hunter might just steal it. In the bowling lineup, Renuka Thakur and Pooja Vastrakar will look to leave their mark on the wickets.

On the other hand, Laura Delany, Ireland’s captain, has promised: “there is more to come from her side”.

India Vs Ireland Broadcast details

The game between India and Ireland will start at 6:30 PM IST on 20th February. The broadcast of the match will be on Dinsey+ Hotstar and Star Sports Network.

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The match between India women’s and Ireland’s women will take place in St George’s Park, Gqeberha.

Probable Playing X1’s

India Women: Yastika Bhatia, Jemimah Rodrigues, Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Pooja Vastrakar, Renuka Singh, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Radha Yadav

Ireland Women: Amy Hunter, GH Lewis, L Little, O Prendergast, EAJ Richardson, AN Kelly, Laura Delany (C), L Paul, MV Waldron, Cara Murray, Jane Maguire