Shafali Verma made a dramatic return to the Indian squad for the 2025 World Cup semis and final after an injury to Pratika Rawal. She seized the opportunity, scoring a career-best 87 off 78 balls against South Africa. Her explosive innings, alongside Smriti Mandhana, set a strong foundation for India's innings in the final, marking a dream comeback.
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