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'The more the merrier' - Smriti Mandhana backs India's bowling depth ahead of Champions Trophy

Following a 3-0 T20I series victory over Zimbabwe, Smriti Mandhana led India's squad through a testing period of tactical experimentation. The captain utilized the rotation of the batting order to ensure various players could gain match experience, particularly after the top order struggled in the opening game and the middle order lacked opportunities in the second match.

Mandhana expressed satisfaction with the team's diverse bowling resources, particularly noting the ability of players like Niki Prasad and Shafali Verma to contribute with the ball. The squad's preparation for the upcoming Women's Champions Trophy, scheduled for February 14-28 in Mumbai and Vadodara, will be crucial as they prepare for conditions involving dew.

Mandhani's focus on building depth in more bowling options is a following-up on her first full-time captaincy assignment. her first full-time captaincy assignment.

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