Is Harmanpreet Kaur Ruled Out of AUS-W vs IND-W 1st ODI?

The Indian women's team is playing their 1st match of this ODI series against Australia. This match is being played in Allan Border Field, Brisbane, and we are in the second innings. The Indian side won the toss and elected to bat first, and they have put up a modest total of 215 runs.

After the early collapse, skipper Harmanpreet took charge and played an anchor innings to take India to a decent total. However, she got injured and thus, was unable to field during the second innings of the match.

Is Harmanpreet Kaur Ruled Out of 1st ODI?

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur was not completely comfortable, as she suffered a left knee injury while batting. The unfortunate incident occurred early in her innings while facing a sharp delivery from Megan Schutt. However, Kaur displayed immense sporting spirit and continued her batting till she got out. Harmanpreet was the second top scorer for India in this game with a gritty 53 off 84 balls.

After the first innings of the AUS-W vs IND-W 1st ODI, when the Indian side came back to the field, the skipper was not seen with the team. According to the reports, the BCCI medical team is still monitoring her progress.

It is not yet clear whether she will be a part of this match further, but Harmanpreet Kaur injury is a major blow to Team India, who are looking to continue their form after the historic T20I series win. The Indian captain is one of the best women cricketers, and her absence won't be the best thing for the Women in Blue.

Who is Leading India in the Absence of Haramanpreet Kaur?

Opening batter Smriti Mandhana is Harmanpreet Kaur replacement as India's captain for this match. It is to be noted that Mandhana is the vice-captain of this team. She has already led the Women in Blue before and is not new to the role.

With the help of Harmanpreet's half-century, India women put up 214 runs on the board. However, the total wasn't enough as Australia chased it down with six wickets in hand and more than 10 overs to spare. Australia are now 1-0 ahead in this series with two more matches to go, which will be played in Hobart.