India’s Women’s World Cup 2025 campaign faces a precarious cliff-edge after a heart-stopping four-run loss to England at Holkar Stadium. With three consecutive defeats, the hosts now teeter on the brink of elimination, raising questions about their batting depth and finishing nerves under pressure.

Mandhana-Harmanpreet Rescue Falls Short

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Chasing 289, India seemed in control at 42 for 2 in ten overs. Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur orchestrated a calculated counterattack, stitching a crucial 125-run partnership off 122 balls. Mandhana, after a slow start, found her rhythm while Harmanpreet played her most fluent innings of the tournament. Their combined efforts highlighted India’s reliance on the senior duo, especially after Jemimah Rodrigues was d

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