Team India batswoman Shafali Verma said that she and her opening partner Smriti Mandhana have left behind the thought of entering the ground with predetermined ideas about targeting specific bowling. She further stated that this has helped the duo.

Smriti-Shafali stitched a partnership of 98 runs which helped India to secure an 82-run victory over Sri Lanka. In her 38-ball 50, Mandhana attacked the spinners, which is noteworthy since she typically relies on Shafali to handle tweakers.