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10 Shocking News

India vs South Africa Women's 

T20 Warm-up Match!

Harmanpreet Kaur became the youngest female Indian cricketer to captain the team in a T20 World Cup at 27 years old!

1. Youngest Captain for India:

In a previous India vs South Africa T20 match, the Indian duo broke the Women’s T20 highest partnership record of 157 runs.

2.Record-Breaking Partnership:

3. Debut of Future Stars:

This warm-up match saw several young players making their T20 debut for India, earmarking them as future stars in women's cricket.

4. South Africa's Bowling Secret:

South African bowler Shabnim Ismail holds a unique record for the most dot balls bowled in T20 internationals, a

India’s spinners have historically troubled South Africa, with Poonam Yadav boasting one of the best bowling averages against them in T20 cricket.

5. India's Spin Magic:

6. India’s Underdog Status:

Despite their strong lineup, India has often entered the Women's T20 World Cup as underdogs, but their consistency.

7. First Women’s Cricket Broadcast:

This warm-up match has been one of the most-watched women's cricket warm-up matches, with live-streaming numbers breaking records.

8.South Africa's Chase Record:

South Africa’s women have the best chasing record against India in T20s, with over 60% win rate when chasing.

9. Superstitions of Players:

Indian players, including Smriti Mandhana, follow certain match-day rituals and superstitions, such as wearing lucky socks, which they believe bring them good fortune on the field

10. South Africa’s Fielding Excellence:

South Africa’s fielding team is considered one of the sharpest in the women's game, often turning the tide with quick run-outs and sharp catches.

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