IND-W vs. SA-W [WATCH]: Nonkululeko Mlaba delivers an A and a cheeky ‘Bye-bye’ to Harry Deol at the Women’s World Cup

In a moment of magic South Africathe left arm spinner, Nokéla Mlaba claimed the crucial wicket of Harleen Deol in the 10th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. Deol, who looked solid at the crease, was sent off in an unusual but captivating manner when Mlaba delivered a perfectly flighted ball which drifted and went away, catching Deol off guard.

Nonkululeko Mlaba’s stunning performance sends Harleen Deol packing with a cheeky ‘goodbye’ to the 2025 Women’s World Cup

Mlaba’s shot came at 74.6 kmph and landed on middle stump before flying sharply away from the bat of Deol, who was unable to make contact. The ball went just outside his edge and crashed into the stumps, leaving Deol stunned and returning to the pavilion with just 13 runs off 23 balls. The South African player not only claimed a crucial wicket but also bid Deol a cheeky farewell with a playful ‘Bye-Bye’, highlighting her confidence in the middle.

This dismissal marked a pivotal moment in the match as Deol looked set to anchor India’s innings. Mlaba’s spell was exceptional, with the left-arm spinner displaying cunning and precision as she made her way into the Indian top order. The wicket left India at 83/2, with Deol and the fans stunned by the guile of Mlaba’s delivery. As the match progressed, South Africa’s bowlers continued to pile on the pressure, while Mlaba’s playful farewell served as a reminder of his dominance on the field. The Indian women, still facing a formidable chase, had to regroup quickly, and the stage was set for the next phase of this exciting Women’s World Cup encounter.

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India struggle amid early wickets as South Africa attack shines in Women’s World Cup 2025 clash

India faced a tough challenge against South Africa in the 10th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 as they found themselves at 92/4 after 21 overs. The South African bowlers took control, notably with the spin duo Mlaba and Chloe Tryonboth of whom have made significant breakthroughs. Mlaba, with a superb spell of 2/20, dismissed both Smriti Mandhana and Harleen in the middle, with her accurate left-arm deliveries causing problems for the Indian top order.

The first advances put India behind, with Pratika Rawal (37) and Smriti Mandhana (23) falling in the first 20 overs. Despite a decent start, India have been unable to form partnerships, and with key wickets like Jemimah Rodrigues (0) falling, the batting side is facing increasing pressure. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur (4*) and Deepti Sharma (0*) are currently on the field, but India’s chances of reaching a competitive total are under threat with both batters expected to anchor the innings. The South African bowlers, especially Mlaba and Tryon, showed their class, making every over count. With India losing four wickets before the halfway mark, they will need a strong recovery from the lower order to post a tough total.

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This article was first published on WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.