Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Malhotra Backs Rawal for World Cup Squad, Over Verma
Former cricketer Reema Malhotra thinks Pratika Rawal is a better choice than Shafali Verma for the ODI World Cup.
Rawal has done well, scoring a lot of runs.
Verma hasn't done as well recently.
Malhotra says the Indian team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, has a good mix of experienced and young players, and can win the World Cup.
India has been close to winning before, but hasn't won yet.
Reema Malhotra supported Pratika Rawal's selection over Shafali Verma for the ODI World Cup.
Rawal has scored 703 runs in 14 ODIs with an average of 54 and a strike rate of 87.43.
Verma's recent ODI and T20 performances were below par.
Malhotra believes India has a strong team with a blend of youth and experience.
The World Cup is scheduled for September 30 to November 2, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
- Who
- Reema Malhotra, Pratika Rawal, Shafali Verma, Harmanpreet Kaur.
- What
- Pratika Rawal's selection over Shafali Verma for the ODI World Cup.
- When
- The World Cup is scheduled between September 30 to November 2.
- Where
- India and Sri Lanka
- Why
- Malhotra preferred Rawal due to her consistent performance.
Consistent Performance
X-Factor
Player Selection
Consistent Performance
Pratika Rawal's consistency, shown by her runs and average, is more valuable.
X-Factor
Shafali Verma's X-factor can be valuable.
- Pratika Rawal's Runs
- 703 runs
- Rawal's ODI Average
- 54
- Rawal's Strike Rate
- 87.43
- World Cup Dates
- September 30 to November 2
- Team Captain
- Harmanpreet Kaur
