We did think about NRR but we were a little calculative: Smriti Mandhana reasons India’s slow approach
India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana defended her team’s cautious approach in a gritty chase of 106 runs against Pakistan, highlighting concerns about net run rate. Despite the struggle, India reached the target with seven balls to spare. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur’s performance and subsequent injury were pivotal. India’s next match against Sri Lanka is crucial.