Harmanpreet Kaur is sidelined with a “niggle,” as Smriti Mandhana leads India against New Zealand in the first WODI

For the first ODI, Ms. Harmanpreet Kaur has been rested due to a niggle. “In her absence, Smriti Mandhana will be leading the side,” the post says. Kaur led India in the most recent T20 World Cup 2024, when they struggled in the group stages, so her absence is a significant adjustment for the team.