Fans Blame Radha Yadav as Kapp Steers South Africa Past India
India's must-win T20 World Cup match slips away after fielding lapses cost them dearly against South Africa.
South Africa all-rounder Marizanne Kapp played a sensational innings of 81 not out off 45 balls to guide her side to a six-wicket victory over India in a crucial Group 1 match of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Chasing 159, Kapp capitalized on multiple dropped catches by India, especially from Radha Yadav, who put down two chances during the chase.
India's defeat has left them on the verge of elimination, with matches against Australia and Bangladesh still to come. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur, playing her 200th match, also faced criticism for a slow knock that put pressure on the bowlers. Social media erupted with fans expressing frustration at Yadav's fielding and lamenting the team's overall performance.
Many praised Kapp's masterclass under pressure, with one fan calling her a "champion player" and highlighting the importance of her innings. The loss has dealt a severe blow to India's semifinal hopes, and they now need results to go their way in the remaining group games.