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Deepti Sharma put in an all-round match-winning performance to help India secure a clean sweep in the ODI series against the West Indies. His exceptional bowling and unbeaten 39 not only helped India win the third ODI by 5 wickets.
A spell with the ball that changes the game
It was Deepti’s spell with the ball that initially put India in the driving seat. The West Indies batting line-up crumbled under his relentless pressure as they managed an impressive 6 for 31. As the visitors struggled to get going, Deepti’s brilliant bowling ensured that they were bowled out for just 162.
The early collapse of the West Indies was the beginning of the end for them. Renuka Singh set the tone with two quick wickets, dismissing Qiana Joseph and the in-form Hayley Matthews. From there, things got out of hand as Deandra Dottin fell cheaply and West Indies were reduced to 9 for 3 in the fifth over.
Despite early breakthroughs by the Indian bowlers, a brief 91-run partnership between Chinelle Henry and Shemaine Campbelle stabilized the West Indies innings. Henry was particularly brave and returned to fitness after an initial struggle, but Deepti was the one who had the last word. He fired both Henry and Campbelle to end the resistance.
Deepti’s calm and Richa’s spark
With India chasing 163, the pressure was mounting and the chase began nervously. India lost Smriti Mandhana and Harleen Deol early, and then Pratika Rawal failed to make an impact. The stage was set for Deepti to take control, and that’s what she did.
She remained unbeaten on 39, keeping the innings steady despite Hayley Matthews dropping her for 21 at slip. Deepti’s steady bat was complemented by Richa Ghosh, who came to the crease with India struggling at 129 for 5. Ghosh quickly turned the tide with an explosive 11-ball 23, including two sixes from bowler Afy Fletcher, to bring India closer to the lead. victory.
“I was waiting for my moment with the ball and I wanted to contribute. I wanted to hit the right areas so I could take more wickets and give my team breakthroughs. I try to read what the batsman is going to do, I usually get an idea of the ball before what he is trying to do,” Deepti said while reflecting on her performance.
Renuka’s first advances set the tone
Renuka Singh’s early breakthroughs set the tone for the match. She accounted for two of the first wickets, including Hayley Matthews’ prized scalp. I have worked hard and now I am happy to receive a reward for it. The performances in Australia were not very good. So I came back, spoke to Jhulan (Goswami)di and felt good talking to her. We discussed (about what to do better) and I worked on it,” Renuka said.
Her four-wicket haul was the perfect complement to Deepti’s all-round brilliance. The West Indies middle-order collapse was inevitable, with their last five wickets falling for just 21 runs, giving India a resounding victory. Renuka took 10 wickets in the three games of the series and was awarded the Player of the Tournament award as India won the series 3-0.
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