India Women captain Harmanpreet Kaur admitted that missed fielding chances proved decisive after India’s six-wicket defeat to South Africa in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Defending 158/7, India had early opportunities but failed to hold on to crucial catches, including reprieves for Tazmin Brits and twice for Marizanne Kapp. The South African all-rounder made India pay heavily, anchoring the chase with an unbeaten 81 as South Africa reached 161/4 in 19.1 overs.