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It is a big day for Indian cricket as the team will take on England in the 2017 Women World Cup final with an aim to rewrite history. This is only the second time when the Indian cricket team has made it to the final oWorld Cup and will look to lift the trophy for the first time. The friendly conditions, however, will give an upper hand to England but the hosts cannot take Team India lightly. Here are 5 top Indian players to watch out for in the India vs England Women World Cup final: (Source: PTI)
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Mithali Raj: Captain classic, one woman army and Sachin Tendulkar of women's cricket. These are the few titles given to the Indian skipper Mithali Raj by the fans. Mithali is the second leading run-scorer in this tournament so far will have an important role to play in the final, both with the bat and as a leader. (Source: AP)
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Harmanpreet Kaur: India's X-factor in this tournament smashed 171 runs in the semifinal displaying her big-hitting capabilities. On her day, Harmankaur can demolish any bowling attack and that will be crucial for India's chances in the final. (Source: Reuters)
Punam Raut: While the entire India was going crazy about Smriti Mandhana's heroics in the first few matches, it was her opening partner Punam Raut who was silently doing her job on the other hand. Raut has given India steady starts playing the role of an anchor. (Source: AP) -
Jhulan Goswami: The only other player than Mithali Raj to play a World Cup final before, Jhulan Goswami's experience and ability to handle pressure will come in handy for the Indian side. She found her rhythm in the last match. (Source: AP)
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Deepti Sharma: The little dynamite, 19-year-old Deepti has been the star bowler for the Indian team so far in the tournament. She has picked up 8 wickets so far and also contributed with the bat in the last match. (Source: AP)
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