Ahead of the crucial India vs New Zealand group-stage match on October 23, players like Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, and Sophie Devine share insights. Indian batters’ form, spin strategy, and leadership dynamics could shape semi-final hopes.

Hyderabad: The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is heating up as India prepares to take on New Zealand in a decisive group-stage encounter on October 23 (Thursday) with a spot in the semi-finals on the line.

Ahead of this crucial match, New Zealand Captain Sophie Devine, all-rounder Suzie Bates, and star spinner Amelia Kerr spoke about the qualities of Indian stalwarts Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur.

Speaking to JioStar, India batter Smriti Mandhana spoke about her admiration for New Zealand Captain Sophie Devine:

_“Whenever we are

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