Top 3 performances of Jhulan Goswami in international cricket

Jhulan Goswami was one of India’s finest pacers in international cricket, renowned for her consistency, skill, and longevity. She dominated batters with her pace, accuracy, and subtle variations. Goswami retired in 2022 after a remarkable 19-year career, leaving behind an impressive record of 44 Test wickets, 255 ODI wickets, and 56 T20I wickets. Here let us take a look at three of her standout performances in international cricket.

10/78 vs England Women, Taunton 2006

In the second Test against England Women in 2006, India secured a five-wicket victory, thanks largely to Goswami’s 10-wicket haul. India posted 307 in the first innings, with Mithali Raj scoring 65 and Anjum Chopra 98, while Isa Guha took 4/61 for England. England were bowled out for 99 in reply, with Goswami claiming 5/33. In their second innings, England made 305, with 68 from Caroline Atkins and 105 from Charlotte Edwards, but Goswami took another five wickets for 45 runs, bowling 21 maidens from her 36.2 overs, ensuring India’s historic win.

5/16 vs England Women, Silchar 2005

In the fourth ODI of the series in 2005, Goswami delivered a remarkable 10-over spell, taking 5/16 with three maidens. She dismissed Charlotte Edwards (0), Rosalie Birch (3), Arran Brindle (0), Beth Morgan (0), and Nicky Shaw (8), helping bowl England out for just 50. India chased the modest target in 15 overs to win the match and clinch the five-match series 4-1. Goswami’s 10 wickets in the series earned her the Player of the Series award.

6/31 vs New Zealand Women, Southgate 2011

During the NatWest Women’s Quadrangular Series in 2011, Goswami shone despite India losing by 39 runs. She took 6/31 in her 10-over spell, dismissing key batters including Lucy Doolan, who scored 76. New Zealand had posted 201, and India managed 162. Goswami finished the tournament with 11 wickets across four innings at an average of 10.27, showcasing her mastery and relentless consistency.

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