Hamilton [New Zealand]: Yastika Bhatia's 50-run knock against Bangladesh turned out to be crucial in India's must-win game here at the Seddon Park. At one stage India were in a spot of bother at 108 for 4 and from there on Yastika Bhatia's half-century helped India score 229/7 in 50 overs.Her gritty knock earned the praise of her skipper Mithali Raj.
"The anchoring innings by Yastika was important. The partnership from Sneh Rana and Pooja was crucial to get to 230," said India Women's Team captain Mithali Raj on Yastika Bhatia's knock. Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma put on 74 runs for the opening wicket but after that India lost three wickets in quick succession. India from 74 for no loss were reduced to 74/3
