Harmanpreet Kaur's Grit Powers India to Competitive T20 Score

In the opening Women's T20I, Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur's unbeaten 47 helped India post a formidable 157 for 7 against South Africa. A steady partnership with Jemimah Rodrigues bolstered India's innings, while Ayabonga Khaka excelled as South Africa's top bowler, securing three crucial wickets.

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur led with a gritty unbeaten 47, guiding her team to 157 for 7 in the first Women's T20I match against South Africa. The match, held on Friday, saw a strong start with opener Shafali Verma scoring 34 in just 20 balls.

Jemimah Rodrigues contributed a solid knock of 36 from 29 deliveries, joining Harmanpreet in a crucial 71-run partnership for the third wicket. Their combined efforts set a competitive tone for the innings.

For the hosts, Ayabonga Khaka stood out, taking three wickets for merely 16 runs, offering South Africa hope despite the challenging target set by the visiting Indian team.

(With inputs from agencies.)