By:- B.T Team
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Harmanpreet Kaur became the youngest female Indian cricketer to captain the team in a T20 World Cup at 27 years old!
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
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.
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.