Tanuja Kanwar from Theog makes her ODI Debut: A Proud Moment for Himachal
Tanuja Kanwar, a promising cricketer from Theog, Himachal Pradesh, has stepped onto the international stage by making her debut in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). She earned her spot in the Indian women’s cricket team for the final ODI against the West Indies. With this milestone, Tanuja has become the fourth woman cricketer from Himachal to debut in ODI cricket, following in the footsteps of Sushma Verma, Harleen Deol, and Renuka Singh Thakur, who have all represented the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association with distinction.
Tanuja Kanwar’s Debut Performance: A Start with Promise
While Tanuja didn’t manage to pick up a wicket in her debut match, she bowled a disciplined spell of 9 overs, conceding just 44 runs. Although she didn’t get a chance to bat, her potential and promise are evident, fueling expectations for her future performances.
Three Himachali Stars Shine Together
A rare and heartwarming moment unfolded during the final ODI against the West Indies when three players from Himachal Pradesh—Renuka Singh Thakur, Harleen Deol, and Tanuja Kanwar—played together for the Indian team. This remarkable achievement highlights the growing prominence of Himachali women in Indian cricket.
Renuka Singh Thakur: The Star of the Series
Renuka Singh Thakur had an exceptional series, emerging as the standout performer. She clinched 10 wickets across the three-match series and was deservingly awarded the ‘Player of the Series.’ In the final match, Renuka’s lethal bowling spell saw her take 4 wickets for just 29 runs in 9.5 overs. Her earlier performances were equally impressive, with 5 wickets in the first match and 1 in the second.
Harleen Deol’s Batting Brilliance
Harleen Deol also left her mark in the series with stellar batting performances. She scored a total of 160 runs in three matches, including a magnificent century. Harleen contributed 44 runs in the first match and an outstanding 115 in the second. Although she was dismissed for just 1 run in the final match, her overall performance was pivotal in the series.
A New Chapter for Himachal Cricket
Tanuja Kanwar’s debut and the remarkable performances by Renuka Thakur and Harleen Deol have brought pride and hope to cricket fans in Himachal Pradesh. The participation of three women from the state in a single match underscores the growing strength of Himachali players on the national and international stage.
This inspiring journey of Himachal’s cricketers is setting new benchmarks and will undoubtedly encourage more young talent to dream big and achieve greater heights in cricket.
