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Former MI Keeper Criticizes Mandhana’s Shot in World Cup Match

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Former MI Keeper Criticizes Mandhana's Shot in World Cup MatchSaralnama

Former Mumbai Indians wicketkeeper Aditya Tare criticized Smriti Mandhana's shot selection in India's 4-run loss to England in the Women's World Cup 2025 on in Indore. Mandhana was dismissed for 88 when India was at 234/3 in the 42nd over, chasing 289. Tare said there was no need for the risky shot as India was in control. He also faulted Deepti Sharma's dismissal. Tare believes India would have won if they played all 100 overs well. He felt Mandhana's wicket was a tired shot and she should have taken the game deeper. India captain Harmanpreet Kaur called Mandhana's dismissal the turning point of the match. (Updated 20 Oct 2025, 23:00 IST; source: link)

Key Points

  • Former Mumbai Indians wicketkeeper Aditya Tare criticized Smriti Mandhana's shot selection in India's 4-run loss to England in the Women's World Cup 2025 on 20 Oct 2025 in Indore
  • Mandhana was dismissed for 88 when India was at 234/3 in the 42nd over, chasing 289
  • Tare said there was no need for the risky shot as India was in control