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Shafali's 87 and Richa's Fireworks Power India to Mammoth 298/7 vs South Africa
3 Nov
Summary
- Shafali Verma's powerful 87 off 78 balls
- Richa Ghosh's 34 off 24 balls with six-hitting records
- Deepti Sharma's composed 58 not out
On November 3rd, 2025, the Indian women's cricket team put on an impressive batting performance against South Africa, posting a massive total of 298/7 in their 50 overs.
After the early departure of Smriti Mandhana for 45, young sensation Shafali Verma took charge, scoring a powerful 87 off 78 balls to keep India's innings moving. Jemimah Rodrigues chipped in with 24 runs, but both she and Mandhana fell in quick succession to South African bowler Ayabonga Khaka.
The double blow slowed India's charge, but Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma steadied the ship with a 52-run partnership. Following Harmanpreet's exit and a brief cameo by Amanjot Kaur, it was Richa Ghosh who provided the finishing flourish, smashing 34 off just 24 balls and breaking six-hitting records for the tournament. Deepti Sharma's composed 58 not out ensured India finished their innings at an imposing 298/7.
Khaka was the pick of the South African bowlers, taking 3 wickets, while Nonkululeko Mlaba and Nadine de Klerk kept India under the 300-run mark. The Indian team will be confident of defending this mammoth total against their South African counterparts.
