India recovered from a shaky start to post a competitive 247, thanks to fine half-centuries from Harleen Deol and Richa Ghosh, who combined composure with attacking intent to anchor the innings and guide their team to safety. Early wickets had left India wobbling, with the top order undone by some disciplined bowling that exposed the vulnerability of their new opening combination. But Harleen, walking in under pressure, showcased maturity beyond her years, rebuilding patiently while rotating the strike and punishing loose deliveries. She found able support in Richa Ghosh, whose aggressive instincts changed the tempo of the innings. The wicketkeeper-batter played with confidence, mixing power with placement to keep the scoreboard moving and put the bowlers on the defensive. Together, the duo added a crucial partnership that not only rescued India from early trouble but also set a platform for the lower order to add valuable runs in the final overs. While Harleen’s strokeplay was marked by elegance and control, Richa’s brisk acceleration gave the innings much-needed impetus. Though India fell short of a 250-plus total, the effort from both batters ensured the side ended with a total their bowlers could defend. Their partnership, defined by calm under pressure and fearless execution, highlighted the growing maturity within India’s middle order and underlined why both Deol and Ghosh are viewed as the backbone of the team’s next generation.