With Arundhati Reddy’s career-best statistics of 3/19, India dominated the first innings with the ball, limiting Pakistan to just 105 runs. Following her remarkable debut with the Mumbai Indians in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), where she hit a last-ball six to secure victory, Sajana continued to impress by smashing a four off her opening delivery to help her team win by six wickets on Sunday.
Key Contributions Against Pakistan
In the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan, Sajana stepped up when it mattered most. Coming in as a replacement for the injured Harmanpreet Kaur, she quickly adapted to the situation and played a pivotal role in securing India’s victory. “I focused on staying calm and playing my natural game,” she stated, emphasizing her mindset during critical moments.
Fatima Sana removed captain Harmanpreet Kaur with two runs remaining to win off eight balls as the pressure mounted on the Indian team to defeat their bitter opponents. Sajana, carrying the weight of the country on her shoulders, scored a boundary off a tossed-up ball with a thundering swipe, capping off India’s chase in a fashion that preserved their hopes of reaching the semi-final.
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Finishing Off in style is nothing new for Sajana
Sajana is no stranger to taking her final bow in style. Earlier this year, the right-hander made her WPL debut as well, hitting a match-winning six over long off against spinner Alice Capsey. Her last-ball six against the Mumbai Indians, which sealed the team’s victory, catapulted her into the spotlight and gave the reigning champions a thrilling start to the WPL 2024 season.
With her recent performances garnering attention, Sajana is poised for a bright future in cricket. “I aim to keep contributing to my team and making my mark on the international stage,” she expressed. As she continues to develop her game, fans eagerly anticipate what this talented all-rounder will achieve next in her cricketing career.
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