Breaking news from the Indian women’s cricket camp: Renuka Thakur is out of the upcoming one-day Test against Australia due to workload concerns. BCCI has called up Kashvee Gautam in her place for the pink-ball showdown at Perth’s WACA ground starting March 6. This reshuffle comes as the team wraps up a mixed tour.
Official word from BCCI emphasizes prudent rest for Thakur, with medical experts tracking her progress. Gautam, a rising star from the recent ODI campaign, adds depth to the bowling and lower-order batting.
The ODIs were a tough lesson—Australia romped to a clean sweep. In Hobart’s decider, Healy’s masterful 158 propelled them to 410/5, while King’s spell of 4/33 triggered India’s collapse to 224. Losses by 6 and 5 wickets in the openers sealed the 3-0 scoreline.
T20Is flipped the script somewhat. India clinched 2-1, buoyed by Mandhana’s fireworks (129 runs, SR 134) against Wareham’s 116. The pace attack, led by Reddy’s 8 scalps and Charani’s 5, was pivotal.
Now, eyes turn to the Test. Gautam’s debut could be the spark needed post-ODI woes. India’s tour narrative seeks a positive end—will they conquer the longest format against a dominant foe?