According to the latest media reports, star Indian opener Smriti Mandhana is doubtful for India’s Women’s T20 World Cup 2023 opening against arch-rivals Pakistan.
The top-order batter is alleged to have hurt her finger, keeping her from playing against Pakistan on February 12 in Cape Town.The swashbuckling opener did not bat in India’s most recent practice match against Bangladesh. However, there is still no official confirmation of the injury from the Indian camp. Mandhana was spotted during the game with a heavily wrapped middle finger on her left hand.
According to reports, the 26-year-old suffered a finger injury against Australia in India’s opening warm-up match. The absence of Mandhana from the first game will be a major setback for the women in Blue. The cricketer from Maharashtra is having extremely poor form with the bat, and an injury could lower her spirits before the ICC mega event.India entered the competition as one of the top contenders for the trophy, along with the favorites Australia and England. Despite losing the dramatic tri-series championship match in South Africa.There are rumors that Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur will also miss the crucial match against Pakistan because of a shoulder injury.
