Pratika Rawal Provides Update On Injury Recovery, Thanks Supporters: 'Looking Forward To Returning Soon'
India Women's National Cricket Team: Indian cricketer Pratika Rawal has provided an update on her injury, stating that she is recovering satisfactorily and expressing her gratitude for the support.
Rawal suffered injuries to her right ankle and knee during the abandoned Women's World Cup league match against Bangladesh at D.Y. Patil Stadium in October, forcing her to miss the tournament's knockout stage.
"Just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone for the overwhelming good wishes over the last few days. I'm recovering well, grateful for the fantastic medical support, and looking forward to being back on the field soon," Rawal wrote on X.
Before her injury, the 24-year-old was one of India's standout performers, finishing as the second-highest run-scorer for the team with 308 runs, including a hundred and a half-century. Pratika could barely contain her feelings after watching her team lift the coveted trophy with a 52-run win over South Africa in the final on November 2.
Sharing her emotions while celebrating from the sidelines in a wheelchair, she had said, "I can't even express it. There are no words. This flag on my shoulder means so much. To be here with my team. It's surreal. Injuries are part of the game, but I'm just so happy I could still be part of this team. I love this team. I can't express what I feel we actually did it! We're the first Indian team to win the World Cup in so long. The whole of India deserves this. Honestly, it was harder to watch than to play. Every wicket, every boundary. It gave me goosebumps. The energy, the crowd, the emotion, it was incredible.
Meanwhile, the Women in Blue have diverted their focus to the T20 format and have started their preparations for the T20 World Cup 2026, set to commence in England in June. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side will take on Sri Lanka in a five-match T20I series starting Sunday.