Richa Ghosh gains confidence from Pakistan win ahead of Netherlands clash

Wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh has expressed that her impactful 17-ball 34 against Pakistan in the Women's T20 World Cup has significantly boosted her confidence. This performance came after a lean patch where she had managed only 18 runs in three preceding T20I matches. Ghosh's contribution was vital in helping India set a strong total of 170/6, eventually leading to a 64-run victory over their arch-rivals.

Ghosh credited the support from captain Harmanpreet Kaur, vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, and head coach Amol Muzumdar for helping her regain form. They advised her to trust her natural game and concentrate on net practice. She mentioned that a half-century in a warm-up match against England had also played a role in bolstering her self-belief before the tournament opener.

Reflecting on the partnership with veteran all-rounder Deepti Sharma against Pakistan, Ghosh highlighted their understanding, honed through domestic cricket. She emphasized that they know how to rotate the strike and create opportunities for big shots. Despite India's dominant start, Ghosh cautioned against complacency, stating that the team is not underestimating the Netherlands in their next fixture.