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    "headline": "Smriti Mandhana Warned Ahead of India-Sri Lanka Final",
    "summary": "Ahead of the Women's Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka, Smriti Mandhana received a warning to improve her game, while Harmanpreet Kaur said she does not put pressure on herself before the match. Both players discussed their mindset as India prepares for the final.",
    "articleBody": "Ahead of the Women's Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka, Smriti Mandhana has been given a strong warning about her game, while Harmanpreet Kaur stated she does not put pressure on herself before the crucial match. Both players spoke about their mindset as India prepares for the final.\n\nSmriti Mandhana was cautioned with the message \"Not Her Game\" ahead of the final, indicating a need for focus and improvement. Harmanpreet Kaur, meanwhile, expressed confidence, saying, \"I don't put any pressure on myself\" as the team gears up to face Sri Lanka. These remarks highlight the players' different approaches to the high-stakes match.\nयह भी पढ़ें\nIndia beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs to win eighth Women's Asia Cup\nSmriti Mandhana Becomes Leading Run-Scorer in Women’s Cricket\nIndia bowl out Pakistan for 55, win by 7 wickets in T20\nIndia wants to end league stage with a win in India-Pakistan match",
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