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India is set to face arch-rivals Pakistan in a crucial Women's World Cup 2025 match at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium. Former cricketer Sarandeep Singh expressed confidence in India's match-winning players like Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma. India carries a perfect record against Pakistan in Women's ODI World Cup history, having won all four previous encounters. The Indian team began their campaign with a convincing win over Sri Lanka while Pakistan suffered a heavy defeat against Bangladesh.

Key Points: Sarandeep Singh Hopes India Women Display Good Cricket vs Pakistan

  • India maintains perfect record against Pakistan in Women's ODI World Cup history
  • Smriti Mandhana enters the high-voltage clash in excellent batting form
  • Deepti Sharma brings strong all-round credentials with both bat and ball
  • Pakistan seeks redemption after humiliating defeat against Bangladesh in opener
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Hope 'match-winning' players display 'good cricket': Former Indian cricketer on India vs Pak Women's WC clash

Former cricketer Sarandeep Singh backs Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma as India faces Pakistan in Women's World Cup clash with perfect record at stake.

"We hope they win a one-sided match and display good cricket - Sarandeep Singh"

New Delhi, October 5

As India prepares to face arch-rivals Pakistan in the Women's World Cup 2025, former India cricketer Sarandeep Singh expressed hope that the "match-winning" players, such as Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma "display good cricket".

India is all set to take on arch-rivals Pakistan in the biggest game of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 on Sunday at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

While speaking to ANI, Sarandeep Singh said, "I am hoping for just one thing, which is victory. Smriti Mandhana is in excellent form. Deepti Sharma bowled well and scored runs too in the last match. The entire team is filled with names that are match-winners in their own right... We hope they win a one-sided match and display good cricket."

Against Pakistan, Deepti has managed 97 runs in three innings, averaging 48.50, with a best score of 40. She has also taken three wickets against them, averaging 19.33, while Mandhan has made 54 runs in two innings against the arch-rivals at an average of 27.00.

The Indian team, which kick-started the campaign with a 59-run win over Sri Lanka, will have their second match of the campaign against Pakistan, which endured a humiliating defeat in its campaign opener against Bangladesh. India has never lost to Pakistan in the women's 50-over World Cup, having won all four of their clashes so far.

Indian squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Uma Chetry, Renuka Singh Thakur, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Sree Charani, Radha Yadav, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud. Reserves: Tejal Hasabnis, Prema Rawat, Priya Mishra, Minnu Mani, Sayali Satghare.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Sarandeep Singh is right - we need a comprehensive victory. The girls have the talent, just need to execute their plans properly. Deepti's all-round performance will be crucial.
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Ananya R
While I want India to win, I hope the focus remains on good cricket rather than just the rivalry. Women's cricket deserves recognition for the sport, not just for India-Pakistan drama.
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Vikram M
The stats show we have the upper hand, but can't take Pakistan lightly. Their loss to Bangladesh might make them more dangerous. Hope our bowlers step up! 🏏
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Sarah B
Watching from the US - these India-Pakistan matches are always thrilling! Hope the women's team gets the same recognition as the men's. Rooting for a great game of cricket!
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Karthik V
Harmanpreet's captaincy will be tested. Need to handle pressure situations better than previous tournaments. Hope they play fearless cricket!

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