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Deepti on Niki Prasad: ‘It didn’t seem at all like she was making her debut’

Despite India slipping to 19 for 4 in the first T20I against Zimbabwe, Deepti backed the batters' aggressive approach

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Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 3:46 AM

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Deepti Sharma praised Niki Prasad's poise, stating her debut performance looked like that of an experienced international player.
India recovered from 19 for 4 to defeat Zimbabwe by four wickets with 26 balls remaining.
Deepti Sharma scored 49 runs and debutant Niki Prasad finished unbeaten on 39 in an 82-run partnership.

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Deepti Sharma praised debutant Niki Prasad after their 82-run partnership helped India Women recover from 19 for 4 to defeat Zimbabwe Women in Raipur. Deepti noted that Prasad displayed remarkable confidence during the chase, playing as if she had already represented India in numerous past matches.

India chased down Zimbabwe's 114 to win by four wickets with 26 balls remaining. Deepti scored 49 while Prasad remained unbeaten on 39, with Deepti defending the team's aggressive batting mindset despite the early collapse.

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Deepti on Niki Prasad: ‘It didn’t seem at all like she was making her debut’

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