• Indian opener Pratika Rawal hammered her maiden century in the 3rd ODI against Ireland at the Rajkot.

  • Rawal smashed 15 boundaries and a six in her journey to first ODI ton.

Fans erupt as India’s Pratika Rawal smashes her maiden century in the 3rd ODI against Ireland
Pratika Rawal

In a remarkable display of skill and composure, Indian opener Pratika Rawal hammered her maiden ODI century in just her sixth innings at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot. Her century was a testament to her talent, timing, and resilience as she steered India to a commanding position with a her unbeaten ton, punctuated by 15 boundaries and a six. Rawal’s brilliance has set the tone for the Indian innings, demonstrating her maturity and ability to handle pressure in crucial moments.

Pratika Rawal’s record-breaking innings and hundred

Rawal’s century in the 3rd ODI against Ireland marks a significant milestone in her budding international career. Coming off her impressive performances in previous ODIs, where she had already showcased her potential, Rawal’s knock has solidified her reputation as a rising star in Indian cricket. Her technique, combined with her fearless approach, has caught the attention of fans and experts alike. Notably, Rawal is the first batter -male or female – to aggregate 401 runs after the first six ODI games. Her consistency and match-winning ability make her a crucial player in India’s lineup, and her future looks exceedingly bright.

India dominate Ireland in Rajkot ODI

India Women displayed dominance over Ireland in the 3rd ODI at Rajkot, posting a mammoth total of 337/2 in their 39 overs so far. Led by a sensational century from Rawal and a blistering knock from Smriti Mandhana, who scored 135 off just 80 balls, India has set a daunting target for Ireland. , who was promoted to number three, contributed a well-made 59 before being dismissed. The Ireland bowlers, led by Orla Prendergast and Ava Canning, did their best to control the run flow, but their efforts were ultimately overshadowed by India’s aggressive batting approach. With India firmly in control so far, Ireland’s chase of 400-plus now seems a monumental task, further highlighting the hosts’ dominance in the game.

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