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Jhula n Goswami is undoubtedly one of the legends of women’s cricket. The veteran pacer has been a pillar of the team along with Mithali Raj for years now. But as it seems, it’s time for Goswami to bid adieu to Indian cricket and look in the other direction. As it’s reported and was also confirmed by Harmanpreet Kaur that the 39-year-old will play her farewell series in England later in September this year.
The women’s team captain confirmed the news as she talked about the contributions Goswami had made toward the growth of Indian cricket. Kaur said that Goswami is irreplaceable in the team as her passion is unmatchable. The Indian captain also asserted that the veteran pacer puts in the same effort as she used to do in her early days and it’s not so common.
“Her approach towards the game, nobody can beat that," Harmanrpeet told reporters on Tuesday when asked what aspect of Goswami’s career impressed her most. “I have learned a lot (from her). Nobody can take her place. Even today, she continues to put in the same effort. You don’t see many bowlers do that today," she said.
“Her (Goswami) passion for cricket is unmatched. She’s a great example for all of us. A lot of cricketers began playing after being inspired by her. What she brings to the team, I haven’t seen (anyone do that). I was lucky to have a senior like her to learn from," Harmanpreet added.
“She provides balance and adds a lot of support (to the time). This (her farewell series) will be very special for us. When I debuted, she was the captain and it’s a great opportunity for me that when she’s playing her final series, I will be leading. We are trying to make sure her every moment is special. The last game will be special for us too," Harmanpreet continued.
Notably, Goswami has played 12 Tests, 201 ODIs and 68 T20Is, taking a combined 352 wickets so far. Due to a side strain, she missed India’s final ODI World Cup group game (vs South Africa) and then didn’t make the cut for the Sri Lanka tour as well. However, the 39-year-old made her return after a clearance from the National Cricket Academy and was included in the team’s 17-member ODI squad for the England tour.