In a competition filled with high pressure and emotional intensity, Harmanpreet Kaurtactical brilliance flashed as he turned into an unexpected bowling choice – Do not give shafali – during ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Next final India and South Africa at dr dy patil stadium in navi mumbai. Primarily known for his explosive batting, Shafali propelled the Proteas with his golden arm, taking two vital wickets in quick succession to tilt a solid urgency humbly in India’s favour.
A gamble that turned into a master for Harmanpreet Kaur
HarmanPreet looked for a breakthrough, having built a steady partnership of 299 runs with South Africa. India’s skipper’s decision to hand the ball to Shafali – rarely seen in a crisis – initially raised eyebrows. But what followed was a game-changing spell that electrified a packed stadium.
For the first time, Shafali produced a momentary spell within him. A deceptive length ball outside off, the former South Africa captain obliged Sleep on the bone to a wrong push. The ball stayed far enough off the pitch for Shafali to catch a spin that caught a spin that was high up the turf. The ensuing rumble could be heard across Navi Mumbai.
HarmanPreet walked towards the youngsters who jumped into his arms in pure delight. The decision paid off – India broke a threatening stand and regained their grip in the final.
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Dismissing Marizanne Kapp – The moment that lifted India
Just when the crowd had settled down from the first advance, Shafali struck again – this time being taken out Marizanne Kappone of the most dangerous battles of the tournament. Bowling around the wicket, Shafali delivered a delivery that slid down the leg side which turned sharply off the surface. Kapp, trying to look subtle, only handled it with a glove Richa ghoshwhich complements a superior grip behind the stumps.
The Umpire’s fingers immediately went away and Kapp’s dismissal sent the stadium into a frenzy. The South African all-rounder shook his head, while the Indian players were surrounded by Shafali’s jubilee. His double strike came at a critical juncture with South Africa reeling and putting India firmly in control of the Grand Finale.
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