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Richa Ghosh Lone Indian In Women's T20 World Cup Player Of Tournament Shortlist

Young wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh was the lone Indian among nine players shortlisted for the Women's T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament. India made a semifinal exit with a heartbreaking five-run loss against five-time champions Australia in Cape Town on Thursday. The 19-year-old's shone in her role as a finisher in South Africa. She smashed two scores in the 40s including an unbeaten 47 against England that took her side to within sight of victory.

Watch: Anjum Chopra's Gesture As Harmanpreet Kaur Cries Inconsolably After India's T20 World Cup Heartbreak

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur was distraught after her side narrowly lost out to Australia in the semi-final of the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup on Thursday. Harmanpreet's bizarre run out was the talking point of the match as it proved to be a game-changer. During the post-match presentation, an emotional Harmanpreet wore glasses to hide her tears. She later had to be consoled by former India player Anjum Chopra, who went on to hug Harmanpreet. On being asked about the incident and her gesture for Harmanpreet, Anjum said she was just trying to "lessen the sorrow"

"Don't Want Country To See My Crying": Harmanpreet Kaur On Why She Wore Sunglasses After Australia Loss

Indian women's cricket team skipper Harmanpreet Kaur was left distraught after her team slumped to a narrow defeat against Australia in the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup in Cape Town on Thursday. Harmanpreet slammed a brilliant half-century and along with Jemimah Rodrigues, she looked well on course to guide her team to victory. However, she was dismissed due to a freak run-out and India suffered a mini batting collapse to fall just short of the target. At the post-match presentation, Harmanpreet came sporting sunglasses and when the presenter asked about her glasses, she said that it was hide her teams as she does not want the fans to see them.

Watch: Harmanpreet Kaur Throws Away Her Bat In Frustration After Bizarre Run Out

India got another heartbreak on Thursday night as the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side faced a five-run defeat against Australia in the semi-final match of the Women's T20 World Cup. Opted to bat first, Australia posted a huge total of 172/4 in 20 overs after Beth Mooney and Meg Lanning smashed 54 and 49* runs respectively. Later, Team India lost three wickets within four overs but Harmanpreet Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues brought a ray of hope for their side. However, India fell short by five runs and Australia stormed into their seventh straight final in the history of the Women's T20 World Cups.

Australia hold nerve against India to reach T20 World Cup final

Defending champions Australia held their nerve to reach the T20 World Cup final after a five-run victory over India, who were left to rue costly dismissals of Harmanpreet Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues in their chase.

Australia Edge India By 5 Runs To Enter 7th Consecutive Women's T20 World Cup Final

India wilted under the pressure of a knock-out game yet again after skipper Harmanpreet Kaur's freak run out as defending champions Australia entered their seventh successive Women's T20 World Cup final with a five-run win here on Thursday. India's shoddy fielding and catching allowed Australia to post a challenging 172 for four after Meg Lanning opted to bat in the semifinal. At 28 for three, India were down and out but Harmanpreet (52 off 34) and Jemimah Rodrigues (43 off 24) produced a counter-attacking 69-run stand off just 41 balls to bring the team back in the game.

Mooney, Lanning propel Australia into Women’s T20 World Cup final

CAPE TOWN : Australia held their nerve with the ball to secure a seventh successive final appearance in the Women’s T20 World Cup with a tense five-run victory over India in their semi-final at Newlands in Cape Town on Thursday.

India's 'Sloppy Fielding' In Women's T20 World Cup Semi-final Leaves Fans Infuriated

The Indian cricket team arrived in the Women's T20 World Cup semi-final against Australia, with nothing less than a victory in their minds. However, the Indian eves struggled to show the determination they were expected to on the field, producing some sloppy fielding efforts, including multiple catch drops. Seeing Indian players produce a forgettable outing on the field, fans took to social media to vent their frustration, slamming Harmanpreet Kaur and her girls for the ordinary day out on the field.

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Richa Ghosh Lone Indian In Women's T20 World Cup Player Of Tournament Shortlist

Watch: Anjum Chopra's Gesture As Harmanpreet Kaur Cries Inconsolably After India's T20 World Cup Heartbreak

"Don't Want Country To See My Crying": Harmanpreet Kaur On Why She Wore Sunglasses After Australia Loss

Watch: Harmanpreet Kaur Throws Away Her Bat In Frustration After Bizarre Run Out

Australia hold nerve against India to reach T20 World Cup final

Australia Edge India By 5 Runs To Enter 7th Consecutive Women's T20 World Cup Final

Mooney, Lanning propel Australia into Women’s T20 World Cup final

India's 'Sloppy Fielding' In Women's T20 World Cup Semi-final Leaves Fans Infuriated