Dazzling Duo: Mandhana and Rawal Shine in Record World Cup Victory

Indian vice-captain Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal led with record-breaking centuries, forming a substantial 212-run partnership against New Zealand in their crucial Women's World Cup match. Despite a rain-shortened 49-over game, India scored a record 340/3 with Jemimah Rodrigues contributing an unbeaten 76.

In a thrilling encounter at the Women's World Cup, vice-captain Smriti Mandhana and her opening partner Pratika Rawal delivered outstanding performances, securing centuries that propelled India to their highest-ever World Cup total of 340 for three against New Zealand.

Mandhana's explosive 109 off 95 balls and Rawal's determined 122 off 134 deliveries laid the foundation for their team's dominant performance, brushing off the pressure after three consecutive losses.

Despite the match being reduced to 49 overs per side because of a rain interruption, Jemimah Rodrigues added to the fireworks with an unbeaten 76 off 55 balls, adding crucial runs to India's imposing total.

(With inputs from agencies.)