Mandhana’s Return to Form Boosts India Ahead of T20 WC THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: India will aim to continue their aggressive intent and complete a 5-0 series whitewash against Sri Lanka in the fifth and final Women's T20 International here on Tuesday. The five-match series has been a key part of India’s preparation for the T20 World Cup in England scheduled for June-July next year. Following this game, India will play three T20 Internationals each in Australia and England before the World Cup. After a group-stage exit in the 2024 T20 World Cup, India has recalibrated their approach, adopting a more aggressive style of play — a shift that has already yielded two series wins this year. Bowling Leads the Charge 🎯 India’s bowlers have been the primary architects of their dominant run. Pacer Renuka Singh Thakur made a strong comeback after a year-long absence. Deepti Sharma continues to deliver consistently. Debutant left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma has impressed, currently joint-highest wicket-taker with 4 wickets at an economy rate of 5.73. Batting Brilliance ⚡ Big-hitter Shafali Verma has been a constant menace for Sri Lanka, providing the team with explosive starts. Smriti Mandhana’s return to form has bolstered India’s batting lineup. Fielding Concerns 🟡 Fielding remains an area of concern. India faltered in the series opener and again in the previous match, missing two catches and a stumping opportunity. With a strong team effort and momentum on their side, India looks poised to seal a flawless series victory ahead of the T20 World Cup.