star couple: Virat Kohli: and: Anushka Sharma was among the high-profile spectators at Lord’s on Sunday as India faced Australia in a crucial Group A clash of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.The couple was seen enthusiastically cheering for the Indian women’s team from the stands, clapping at key moments and reading the action while Harmanpreet Kaur:The team looked to earn a spot in the semi-finals.
Virat, Anushka join cricket stars at Lord’s
Adding to the star-studded atmosphere at the iconic venue, India’s former head coach Ravi Shastri sat next to Virat and Anushka during the match. Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan and his wife Sophie Shine were also present, with the group later posing together for a photo.Sharing the moment with X, Royal Challengers Bengaluru captioned the post, “Virat, Ravi bhai, and Shikhi Paaji: full house at Lord’s today.”For the outing, Virat opted for a brown shirt paired with white pants, while Anushka kept it casual in a simple dress, which she styled with comfortable flats and a hat.
India posted 170 against Australia
In the field, India posted a competitive total of 170/4 after captain Harmanpreet Kaur led from the front with a blistering knock.After winning the toss, Harmanpreet opted to bat first on the batting-friendly surface, where India needed a win to keep their semi-final hopes alive after South Africa’s win over Bangladesh earlier in the day.Openers Smriti Mandhana (38) and Shafali Verma (34) gave India a strong start, making full use of the Powerplay with aggressive strokeplay and quick runs between the wickets.Harmanpreet then provided a boost towards the end, smashing three consecutive sixes in the last over before being dismissed on the penultimate ball. The captain scored 56 off just 27 deliveries, capping his innings with six boundaries and three sixes.The match will be of crucial importance for India’s Women’s T20 World Cup campaign, with a win against the unbeaten Australians guaranteeing Harmanpreet Kaur’s side a place in the semi-finals.