World Cup Opener: India Overcomes Sri Lanka with Strong Performance by Deepti Sharma and Amanjot Kaur

India secured a thrilling victory against Sri Lanka in their World Cup opener, demonstrating resilience after facing early challenges. The team recovered from a precarious position at 124/6 to win by 59 runs. A crucial 103-run partnership between Amanjot Kaur and Deepti Sharma was instrumental in India’s recovery. Amanjot, returning from injury, scored a vital 57 runs in her debut match. Deepti Sharma’s contribution of 53 runs helped to build a competitive score of 269/8, further supported by Sneh Rana’s energetic 28. Sri Lanka’s chase saw a promising start led by Chamari Athapaththu’s 43. However, India’s bowlers eventually took control, with Deepti Sharma achieving a 3/54 bowling figure. Earlier, Inoka Ranaweera’s impressive bowling spell caused trouble for India’s top order. The match highlighted India’s ability to rally from early setbacks, displaying confidence and depth within the team.