Crucial Clash Ahead: Heavy Rains Disrupt India's World Cup Preparations

Heavy rains disrupted India's training ahead of their crucial Women's World Cup match against New Zealand. The match at DY Patil Stadium is a virtual quarterfinal, with both teams vying for the final semifinal spot. India and New Zealand equal on points, face challenges due to weather disruptions.

Heavy rains on Tuesday disrupted India's training session, jeopardizing their preparation for the critical Women's World Cup match against New Zealand. Scheduled for Thursday, this match serves as a virtual quarterfinal with both squads eyeing the last semifinal slot.

While seven-time champions Australia, South Africa, and England have secured semifinal berths, India and New Zealand find themselves entangled in a tense battle for survival. India, having lost three of five matches, stands fourth on the table with four points.

New Zealand shares the same points, but their journey includes one victory and two weather-affected no-results, positioning them fifth due to a negative net run rate. Tuesday's downpour forced the Indian team indoors midway through warmup drills, while New Zealand managed some practice at alternative venues.

(With inputs from agencies.)