Indian opener Shafali Verma’s superb 87-run innings in the Women’s World Cup final against South Africa in Navi Mumbai on Sunday brought pride and happiness to her native district, Rohtak.

Shafali, who was originally not in India’s World Cup squad, earned her place as a replacement for another opener Pratika Rawal, who suffered injuries.

Her father, Sanjeev Verma, along with other family members, watched the live telecast of the match at the local cricket academy, where Shafali trained before making her mark on the international stage.

“I am delighted that Shafali scored runs for the nation and gave India a strong start, along with Smriti Mandhana. Though she played one unnecessarily risky shot when she was already batting confidently, these things are part of the game. I hope the team

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