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Harmanpreet Kaur Injured, Misses Field as India Lose 1st ODI to Australia

Indian women's cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur sustained a left knee injury while batting during the first ODI against Australia in Brisbane. The BCCI confirmed the injury, stating she did not take the field in the second innings, with vice-captain Smriti Mandhana taking charge. Australia won the match by six wickets, guided by a Player of the Match performance from Beth Mooney. India will look to bounce back in the second ODI in Hobart as Kaur's fitness is monitored.

Key Points: Harmanpreet Kaur Knee Injury in India vs Australia Women's ODI

  • Harmanpreet Kaur injured left knee while batting
  • Smriti Mandhana led team in her absence
  • Australia won by 6 wickets to lead series 1-0
  • Beth Mooney named Player of the Match
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Harmanpreet Kaur sustains knee injury during India vs Australia Women 1st ODI, sits out second innings

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur sustains a knee injury while batting, sits out second innings as Australia win the first women's ODI by 6 wickets.

"Captain Harmanpreet Kaur has not taken the field... The BCCI Medical Team is monitoring her progress. - BCCI"

Brisbane, February 24

The Indian women's cricket team captain, Harmanpreet Singh, sustained a knee injury while batting during the first India Women vs Australia Women ODI at the Allan Border Field in Brisbane on Tuesday. The injury kept Harmanpreet from returning to the field in the second innings of the match.

In a post on X, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said that Harmanpreet had sustained an injury to her left knee while batting and that the medical team is monitoring her progress. With Harmanpreet unavailable, vice-captain Smriti Mandhana took charge of the side.

"Captain Harmanpreet Kaur has not taken the field in the second innings after sustaining an injury to her left knee while batting. The BCCI Medical Team is monitoring her progress. Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana is leading the side in her absence," reads the BCCI post on X.

Harmanpreet Kaur scored 53 runs off 83 balls for the Women in Blue. Along the way, she also shared a 53-run partnership off 61 balls with Kashvee Gautam, who made 43 off 44 balls.

Coming to the match, Australia beat India by six wickets in the opening ODI to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Chasing 215 after restricting India to 214, Australia were guided by captain Alyssa Healy (50 off 70) and Beth Mooney, who struck a match-winning 76 off 79 balls and was named Player of the Match. Annabel Sutherland (48* off 44) ensured a comfortable finish.

For India, Smriti Mandhana top-scored with 58, while Harmanpreet made 53 and shared key partnerships with Mandhana (48), Richa Ghosh (37) and Kashvee Gautam (43). Ashleigh Gardner starred with the ball, taking three wickets.

Earlier on their tour, India Women clinched the three-match T20I series by 2-1.

The second ODI will be played at Bellerive Oval in Hobart on Friday.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Injuries at crucial times are so frustrating! She was just finding her rhythm with that 53. The team fought well in the T20s, but losing the captain in the first ODI is a big blow. Get well soon, Captain! 🇮🇳
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Aman W
While I wish Harmanpreet a quick recovery, this highlights our lack of batting depth. When one key player is out, the pressure on others like Smriti becomes immense. The BCCI needs to invest more in building a stronger bench for the women's team.
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Sarah B
Tough break for India. Harmanpreet is a world-class player. Hope it's not serious. On the bright side, good to see Kashvee Gautam getting some runs. Future looks promising.
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Vikram M
The partnership with Kashvee was the bright spot. But losing by 6 wickets shows our bowling lacked teeth without the captain's energy on the field. Need to bounce back in Hobart! #IndiaWomen
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Kavya N
Speedy recovery, Harman di! 🏏 The team needs you. Let's all support Smriti and the girls for the next match. The series is still alive! Jai Hind!

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