Has Team India Arrived in Trivandrum for the 3rd T20I Against Sri Lanka?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- India leads the T20I series against Sri Lanka 2-0.
- The third T20I will be crucial for securing the series.
- Players are actively engaging with fans and documenting their journey.
- Preparations for the T20 World Cup are underway.
- Key players like Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma are in excellent form.
New Delhi, Dec 25 (NationPress) The Indian women’s cricket team has arrived in Thiruvananthapuram for the third T20I of the ongoing five-match home series against Sri Lanka. The teams are set to compete at the Greenfield International Stadium for the remaining fixtures.
The Women in Blue currently lead the series 2-0, having triumphed in the initial two matches held at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. With their eyes firmly on victory, the squad led by Harmanpreet Kaur will strive to secure another win on Friday, which would grant them an unassailable 3-0 series lead.
On Thursday, the BCCI shared a captivating video documenting the team’s journey, showcasing players engaging with fans at the airport, alongside Vaishnavi Sharma, the newest debutant, who took charge as the photographer aboard the flight, capturing moments with her teammates. The video also highlighted the warm welcome the players and staff received upon their arrival in Trivandrum.
In her own words, Vaishnavi noted, “I was the photographer on today’s flight, and I captured some fantastic shots. Picture credit to me, thank you!”
Reflecting on the series thus far, India’s disciplined bowling in the first T20I limited Sri Lanka to 121/6. Jemimah Rodrigues spearheaded the chase with an elegant 69 off 44 balls, leading India to a comfortable eight-wicket victory.
The second T20I mirrored this success. Sri Lanka posted 128/9 after batting first, with steady contributions but lacking significant partnerships. India responded with vigor, as Shafali Verma smashed an impressive unbeaten 69 off just 34 balls, propelling India to a seven-wicket win in only 11.5 overs.
Both teams have already commenced preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled to take place in England from June 12. The league stage will conclude on June 28, culminating in the final match on July 5 at the historic Lord’s.