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In Taunton, on the eve of the T20I series decider, rain set in around mid-afternoon and never really went away, forcing both India and England to abandon plans of training outdoors and move their preparations inside. Whether the weather allows a full game remains to be seen, but for India, there may be a bigger picture to consider. With the decider followed by two warm-up matches in Cardiff, the Indian side effectively has just three games left to answer a few lingering questions before the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup begins.

One of those questions revolves around Richa Ghosh. There is no debate about what she brings to the side. On her day, she can change a match in the space of a few deliveries. The issue, however, is whether India are giving her enough time to do that. Walking in during the 14th or 15th over often means she has to start swinging from ball one. On surfaces where timing is not always straightforward, that can be a difficult assignment.

Someone like Richa does not necessarily need ten overs at the crease, but a few deliveries to understand the pace of the pitch can make the difference between winning a match and losing it. Once she is set, she has the power to recover those early dot balls. Giving her a little more time in the middle could be something worth looking at before the World Cup, much like England is doing with Amy Jones.

In the middle order, another question lingers on Yastika Bhatia. She made an impressive return after injury and immediately showed what she can offer at the top. Yet in both the games, her scoring rate has dipped after the Powerplay. In the powerplay, Yastika has scored 46 runs in 22 ball at a SR of 209.09; after the powerplay she has scores 41 runs off 54 balls at a SR of 75.92. With only a handful of matches left, India may decide this is the right time to give Bharti Fulmali another opportunity and see what different combinations look like.

That would also allow Jemimah Rodrigues to settle back into the No. 3 position. While Rodrigues has repeatedly said that batting positions are not a concern as long as her role is clearly defined, every batter enjoys knowing exactly where they fit into the side heading into a major tournament.

Then there is Radha Yadav. If she is part of the World Cup plans, India need to see her in action. Her bowling is already a known quantity, but her batting could be particularly useful in English conditions. She runs well between the wickets, can contribute valuable runs lower down the order and offers balance to the side. The next three games feel like the ideal opportunity to assess exactly how India want to use her.

The bowling department presents another interesting selection dilemma. If the weather forecast proves accurate and conditions remain overcast, Renuka Singh Thakur becomes a very tempting option. The breeze around Taunton has been constant over the last couple of days and there has been enough moisture in the air to suggest seam movement could play a role.

Those are precisely the sort of conditions in which Renuka tends to thrive. Against aggressive batters like Sophia Dunkley, her ability to move the ball could become a genuine weapon. Dunkley likes to take the attack to bowlers early, but any assistance from the conditions could bring Renuka into the contest immediately.

That said, one difficult outing should not suddenly become a major concern for Arundhati Reddy. Every bowler has off days. The challenge for the team management is deciding when to experiment and when to back players who have already delivered in the past.

The weather forecast may dominate conversations heading into the decider, but India’s team management will have one eye firmly on the bigger picture. Results matter, of course, but with only three matches left before the World Cup, every selection call, batting-order tweak and bowling experiment could prove crucial when the tournament gets underway.

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New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Australia’s star all-rounder Ellyse Perry closes in on a landmark appearance in the Women’s T20 World Cup as the world No. 1 side opens its campaign against South Africa in Manchester on June 13.

Veteran all-rounder Perry, who has featured in every Australian squad since the inaugural edition in 2009, is set to make history by becoming the first player to reach 50 appearances in the Women’s T20 World Cup, as per Olympics.com.

Perry has featured in 47 Women’s T20 World Cup matches so far and is just three appearances away from becoming the first player to reach 50 games in the tournament’s history.

Australia have named a largely settled squad for the expanded ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England, with all-round depth and experience underpinning their bid for a seventh title.

However, in a massive move, Australia left out pacer Darcie Brown from their squad for this year’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup to be held in England.

Brown, who has 34 T20I wickets in 41 matches at an average of 25.20, has featured for the Aussies at the two most recent editions of the tournament, but selectors have opted for inexperienced left-armer Lucy Hamilton in her place.

The six-time champions have seasoned campaigners such as Beth Mooney, Ash Gardner, Tahlia McGrath and Megan Schutt in their ranks. Two promising youngsters, Phoebe Litchfield, who played in the previous edition two years ago and Georgia Voll, making her tournament debut, are two exciting additions to the squad.

Australia are a part of Group 1 of the T20 World Cup, alongside South Africa, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the Netherlands.

Australia squad: Sophie Molineux (c), Nicola Carey, Ash Gardner, Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham. Travelling reserve: Tahlia Wilson. (ANI)

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the change of window for the inaugural Women's Champions Trophy, scheduled to take place in Sri Lanka next year. The International Board has confirmed that the tournament, featuring eight teams, will take place in the February window and not in the earlier June-July window. This came among a slew of other decisions confirmed by the ICC during its quarterly meeting in Ahmedabad over the recent weekend.

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Indian tennis star Yuki Bhambri continued his impressive rise on the doubles circuit as he partnered France’s Albano Olivetti to clinch the ATP Swiss Open men’s doubles title in Gstaad. The pair staged a remarkable comeback in the final to lift the trophy after overcoming an all-French challenge.

Bhambri and Olivetti defeated Ugo Humbert and Fabrice Martin 3-6, 6-3, 10-6 in the summit clash, recovering strongly after dropping the opening set. The victory showcased the pair’s composure and consistency, particularly in the decisive match tie-break where they dominated the closing stages.

The title marks another significant milestone for Bhambri, who has successfully transformed himself into one of India’s leading doubles specialists on the ATP Tour. The triumph is the third ATP doubles title of his career and further strengthens his growing reputation on the international circuit.

After struggling to find rhythm in the first set, Bhambri and Olivetti raised their level in the second, improving their service games and net play to force the contest into a deciding tie-break. With momentum firmly on their side, they controlled the final stages of the match to seal the championship.

The victory also highlights the successful partnership between Bhambri and Olivetti, who have emerged as a formidable team on the ATP Tour. Their ability to bounce back under pressure proved crucial in securing another title and maintaining their strong season.

Final Score

• Yuki Bhambri (India) / Albano Olivetti (France) beat Ugo Humbert (France) / Fabrice Martin (France)
• Score: 3-6, 6-3, 10-6
• Key Records & Highlights
• Third ATP doubles title of Yuki Bhambri’s career.
• ATP Swiss Open men’s doubles champion.
• Came back from one set down in the final.
• Continued a successful season as a doubles partnership with Albano Olivetti.

For Indian tennis, Bhambri’s latest success is another encouraging sign of the country’s growing presence in doubles events on the ATP Tour. His consistent performances continue to keep India represented at the highest level of men’s professional tennis.

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