Pratika Rawal, one of India's top performers in the Women's World Cup 2025, missed out on a World Cup medal due to an ankle injury and ICC rules. Despite being India's second-highest run-scorer, she was replaced before the knockout stages. This situation bears resemblance to Jason Gillespie's experience in the 2003 Men's World Cup, where he faced a similar fate. The stringent rules set by the ICC can sometimes result in deserving players like Rawal not receiving the recognition they deserve for their outstanding performances.
Pratika Rawal, one of India's top performers in the Women's World Cup 2025, missed out on a World Cup medal due to an ankle injury and ICC rules. Despite being India's second-highest run-scorer, she was replaced before the knockout stages. This situation bears resemblance to Jason Gillespie's experience in the 2003 Men's World Cup, where he faced a similar fate. The stringent rules set by the ICC can sometimes result in deserving players like Rawal not receiving the recognition they deserve for their outstanding performances.