In a resounding victory against UAE during the Women’s Asia Cup 2024, Indian wicketkeeper and batter Richa Ghosh showcased her exceptional skills, earning her the “Player of the Match” title. Speaking after the match, Ghosh expressed her unwavering commitment to delivering her best for the Women in Blue.In a resounding victory against UAE during the Women’s Asia Cup 2024, Indian wicketkeeper and batter Richa Ghosh showcased her exceptional skills, earning her the “Player of the Match” title. Speaking after the match, Ghosh expressed her unwavering commitment to delivering her best for the Women in Blue. With a blistering performance, Ghosh hammered an unbeaten 64 runs off just 29 deliveries, striking at an astonishing 220.69. Her innings was adorned with 12 boundaries and a mammoth six, leaving spectators in awe. Sharing her insights, Ghosh credited India’s captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, for providing valuable guidance during their partnership at the crease. Notably, Ghosh cherished the first four drives she executed through the covers. Recalling the match, UAE chose to field after winning the toss at Dambulla. Ghosh and Kaur emerged as the batting stars, with Kaur contributing 66 runs and Ghosh delivering her match-defining knock. Shafali Verma’s 37-run cameo further strengthened India’s position, propelling them to a formidable 201/5 in the first innings. Kavisha Egodage shone for UAE with a two-wicket haul. Egodage and Esha Rohit Oza attempted a valiant chase for UAE, scoring 40* and 38 runs respectively. However, India’s bowling attack, led by Deepti Sharma’s two wickets, proved too potent, restricting UAE to 127/7 and handing India a 78-run triumph. Ghosh’s extraordinary performance in the first innings earned her the “Player of the Match” accolade, a testament to her exceptional talent and dedication to the game.
Dambulla (Sri Lanka), July 21: Indian wicketkeeper/batter Richa Ghosh spoke about her performance against UAE during the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 and said she just wanted to give her best for the Women in Blue.
Richa was adjudged the ‘Player of the Match’ after her magnificent performance in the match. She played an unbeaten knock of 64 runs from 29 balls at a strike rate of 220.69. The wicketkeeper-batter hit 12 fours and 1 six during her time at the crease.
After the match, Richa said that India captain Harmanpreet Kaur helped her when they were batting together. The 20-year-old added that the first four covers drives she hit were her favourites.
“Very happy. When I play with Harry Di, she guides me on how the ball comes. When the opportunity comes, I just want to deliver what I know and what I practice. The first four from the cover drive was the favourite moment. Yes, I am feeling good (recovery from concussion),” Richa said.
To recall the match, after winning the toss, UAE decided to bowl first at Dambulla.
Harmanpreet Kaur (66 runs off 47 balls, 7 fours and 1 six) and Richa Ghosh (64* runs off 29 balls, 12 fours and 1 six) were the standout batters for the Women in Blue and took them to 201/5 in the first innings. Shafali Verma (37 runs off 18 balls, 5 fours and 1 six) also played a supporting role for the Indian side.
Kavisha Egodage led the attack of the UAE bowlers after taking two wickets in her four-over spell.
Kavisha Egodage (40* runs from 32 balls, 3 fours and 1 six) and captain Esha Rohit Oza (38 runs from 36 balls, 5 fours and 1 six) were the standout performers for the UAE team, taking the team to 127/7 and conceding a 78-run defeat.
Deepti Sharma led the Indian bowling attack after she took two wickets in her four-over game and successfully defended the target of 202 runs.
Richa Ghosh was adjudged ‘Player of the Match’ after her superb performance in the first innings.
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