Mon Oct 28 03:23:11 UTC 2024: ## New Zealand Women Seek Redemption in Second ODI Against India
**Ahmedabad, India** – The New Zealand Women’s cricket team is looking to bounce back from a crushing defeat in the first ODI against India, aiming to keep the three-match series alive. The match, scheduled for Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, is crucial for the White Ferns, not just for series victory, but also for valuable points in the ICC Women’s Championship.
Despite their recent triumph at the Women’s T20 World Cup, New Zealand struggled in the first ODI, failing to bat through the 50 overs and having no batters reach a half-century. The team’s captain, Sophie Devine, will be hoping for a much-improved performance from her batters, especially against the likes of India’s Deepti Sharma and Radha Yadav, who excelled with their intelligent bowling variations in the previous match.
While India, the hosts, are already qualified for next year’s World Cup, they will be aiming to secure a series win with a match to spare. The Indian team impressed with their bowling performance, with debutant Saima Thakor taking two wickets, and a solid batting performance anchored by debutant Tejal Hasabnis, who top-scored for the team.
However, New Zealand will be without their star all-rounder Amelia Kerr, who suffered a grade one quadriceps tear and is returning home. Despite Kerr’s absence, the White Ferns boast a wealth of talent in their batting line-up, including Devine, Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, and Brooke Halliday. The second ODI promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams strive for victory.
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