The Indian team’s current combination of five batters, a wicketkeeper, and five bowlers has proven inadequate in recent matches. The limitations of this approach were evident in losses to South Africa and Australia, where the team struggled to maintain pressure during crucial chase situations.
The absence of specialist pacer Renuka Singh, who was benched in favor of all-rounder Amanjot Kaur, has left India’s bowling attack lacking variety. Young pacer Kranti Goud has handled responsibilities well but needs support.
The team management has options to diversify their bowling lineup with left-arm spinner Radha Yadav or pacer Arundhati Reddy. These changes could provide the necessary variety in the attack.
India’s batting concerns have also emerged despite a strong start to the tournament. While openers Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal showed form against Australia with quick fifties, the middle order, including captain Harmanpreet Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues, has struggled to make significant contributions.
The team’s batting collapse against Australia, losing six wickets for just 36 runs, highlighted their vulnerability. Similar situations against Sri Lanka and Pakistan were salvaged by all-rounders, but facing four-time champions England will require more from the core batting unit.
