Deepti Sharma hits Pakistan batter: One more day, one more high-voltage India vs Pakistan clash, and yet again another controversy added fuel to the rivalry. The latest incident unfolded during the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 group stage encounter at the R Premadasa Stadium in Sri Lanka, where India defeated Pakistan by 88 runs under Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership.
While the victory strengthened India’s campaign, it was a moment involving Deepti Sharma and Pakistan opener Sidra Ameen that became the talking point of the match.
The on-field clash: Deepti vs Ameen
The incident occurred in the 34th over of Pakistan’s chase. Ameen tapped the ball towards covers and sprinted for a quick single. Positioned at covers, Deepti Sharma collected the ball and hurled it towards the non-striker’s end. However, instead of hitting the stumps, the throw struck Ameen on the back of her right leg.
Startled, Ameen turned towards Deepti, expecting an apology. But the Indian all-rounder, known for her fierce competitive spirit, simply shrugged and even questioned the umpire about Ameen obstructing her throw. Deepti offered no apology and walked back to her position, leaving the atmosphere tense but controlled.
Tensions spill over beyond the field
This fiery incident wasn’t isolated. The clash was the fourth India-Pakistan encounter in just three weeks, and controversies have followed each meeting since the Men’s Asia Cup 2025.
During the toss of this game, Pakistan captain Fatima Sana’s call of ‘Tails’ was misheard as ‘Heads’, sparking a heated debate online after she was wrongly awarded the toss win.
In India’s innings, Pakistan spinner Nashra Sandhu gave Harmanpreet Kaur a death stare, intensifying the charged environment.
Post-match, India maintained their no-handshake policy, walking straight to the dressing room after sealing the win.
Also Read: IND vs PAK: Harmanpreet Kaur Leads India to 88-Run Win, Extends Unbeaten Streak in Women’s World
The bigger picture: Rivalry heating up
The India-Pakistan rivalry has always been one of the fiercest in cricket, and the Women’s World Cup 2025 has been no different. With every contest in recent weeks marred by drama — from handshakes to heated gestures — the pressure on players has only escalated.
India may have walked away with an emphatic win, but Deepti Sharma’s incident with Sidra Ameen ensured that the match will be remembered as much for the controversy as for the result.
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