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Know your Cricketer: Harmanpreet Kaur; see ball, hit ball

Harmanpreet is a contemporary icon of Indian women's cricket. Her exceptional skills and contributions to the sport earned her the esteemed Arjuna Award for Cricket in 2017.

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Harmanpreet Kaur

  Personal Information
  Full Name Harmanpreet Kaur Bhullar
  Date of Birth March 8, 1989
  Current Team(s)
IIndian Women's Cricket Team
MMumbai Indians Women
  Role Batting Allrounder
  Batting Style Right hand Bat
  Bowling Style Right arm Offbreak
  Jersey No. 7
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Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain of the Indian Women's National Cricket Team, has been a trailblazer in her career, breaking records and shattering glass ceilings. Her aggressive style of play, coupled with her calm and composed demeanor, has made her a fan favorite across the globe. In this article, we delve into the life and career of this powerhouse of Indian women's cricket.

Early Life and Career
Harmanpreet Kaur was born on March 8th, 1989, in Moga, Punjab, to Harmandar Singh Bhullar and Satwinder Kaur. From a young age, she showed a keen interest in cricket and began playing at her academy. In 2009, at the age of just 20, she made her ODI debut for the Indian Women's Cricket Team. The same year, she also made her T20 International debut, announcing her arrival on the international stage.

Rise to Prominence
Harmanpreet Kaur's exceptional performance against England in 2010, where she scored 107 runs off just 109 balls, proved her prowess. In 2012, she was given the responsibility of leading the Indian Women's Cricket Team in the Asia Cup, showcasing her captaincy skills. Her ODI debut as captain came in 2013, where she led from the front, scoring 41 runs and taking 2 wickets.

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In 2014, Harmanpreet Kaur made history by becoming the first Indian cricketer, irrespective of gender, to secure a contract with Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League in Australia. She continued to perform brilliantly for the Indian Women's Cricket Team, taking 9 wickets in a Test Match against South Africa in the same year.

Breaking Records
Harmanpreet Kaur's biggest moment came in 2017 when she scored an unbeaten 171 off just 115 balls in the semi-final of the ICC Women's World Cup against Australia. Her blistering knock included 20 fours and 7 sixes and helped India reach the final of the tournament for the second time in their history. Her innings was hailed as one of the greatest in the history of women's cricket, and it catapulted her to stardom.

In 2018, Harmanpreet Kaur became the first Indian woman to score a century in a WT20I match when she scored 103* off just 51 balls against New Zealand. Her knock helped India win the match by 34 runs and cemented her place as one of the best T20I players in the world.

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Playing Style and Achievements
Harmanpreet Kaur is an aggressive all-rounder, known for her big-hitting and accurate off-spin bowling. She has scored over 2,000 runs in ODI cricket at an average of 34.7 and has taken 51 wickets at an economy rate of just 4.37. In T20I cricket, she has scored over 2,000 runs at an average of 26.47 and has taken 26 wickets at an economy rate of 6.47.

Harmanpreet Kaur has received several accolades for her performances on the field. She was awarded the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2017 and was also named the ICC Women's ODI Player of the Year in the same year. In 2018, she was named the captain of the Supernovas team in the Women's T20 Challenge.

Harmanpreet Kaur's favorite cricketing memory is India's win against Australia in the semi-final of the 2017 ICC Women's World Cup. She considers Virender Sehwag as her idol and draws inspiration from his fearless approach to the game.

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Off the Field
Off the field, Harmanpreet Kaur is known for her humble and down-to-earth personality. She is actively involved in various social causes and has been a vocal advocate for women's rights. In 2019, she was appointed as the brand ambassador for the Punjab Police, where she aims to inspire young girls to take up sports and become leaders in their communities.

Women Premier League (WPL)
Harmanpreet Kaur was bought by Mumbai Indians for ₹1.80 crores during the first WPL auction held in February 2023. She captained the team and led them to victory in the inaugural WPL.

Conclusion
Harmanpreet Kaur has been a trailblazer in the world of women's cricket, breaking barriers and shattering records. Her aggressive style of play, coupled with her calm and composed demeanor, has made her a force to be reckoned with. Her journey to the top has been an inspiration to millions of young girls across the world, and she continues to inspire the next generation of cricketers with her performances on the field and her work off it.

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