India rout New Zealand, storm into semi-final of Women's World Cup 2017
Here are some photo highlights from India’s comprehensive victory over New Zealand in the Women’s World Cup.
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The Indian cricket team pummeled New Zealand by 186 runs in a must-win game in the Women's World Cup on Saturday to saunter into the semi-final.
Left-arm orthodox bowler Rajeshwari Gayakwad destroyed the New Zealand batting line-up with figures of 5/15 and ensured that the White Ferns were never in the chase. Reuters
Mithali Raj notched up her sixth ODI century and did the star turn for India. Her 109 came off 123 balls and comprised 11 hits to the fence. PTI
Mithali Raj (109) and Harmanpreet Kaur (60) added 132 runs for the third wicket and put India in a position of considerable comfort after two early blows. PTI
Veda Krishnamurthy smashed 70 runs off 45 balls and propelled the Indian innings to a sizeable total. Reuters
India did not start well as they were two-down in the eighth over. Smriti Mandhana downturn in form continued as she was clean bowled by Hannah Rowe. Reuters
Deepti Sharma put up a creditable performance too with her off-breaks, claiming two wickets for 26 runs in her six overs. Reuters
A section of the Indian fans during India's match against New Zealand in the Women's World Cup at Derby. Reuters