India Wins 2nd T20I vs England Led by Mandhana Century

India's Smriti Mandhana stepped in as captain in place of the injured Harmanpreet Kaur and led the team to a commanding 97-run victory against England in the first Women's T20I with a maiden T20I century, scoring 112 runs. Mandhana, known more for timing than power-hitting, described the T20 format as a work in progress for her and emphasized the effort she has put into improving her power-hitting to succeed in this format. Despite the sudden responsibility, Mandhana said captaincy did not affect her batting approach, focusing on doing her job whenever she had the bat. India's strong performance, bolstered by Mandhana's innings and promising contributions from players like left-arm spinner Shree Charani, has set a confident tone as they prepare for the second T20I. The team also benefits from a well-prepared camp and early arrival in England, helping them maintain their rhythm despite some injuries to key seamers. Mandhana’s century not only marked a personal milestone but also showcased her evolving game and commitment to adapting to the demands of T20 cricket.