The 20-year-old made her senior India debut against Sri Lanka in Vizag on Sunday and delivered a tidy performance in the opening match of the series. Vaishnavi bowled an economical four-over spell, registering 0\/16 at an economy of 4, in India\u2019s dominant eight-wicket win, keeping the Sri Lankan batters in check throughout her spell.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Although she did not claim a wicket, the 20-year-old impressed with her control and discipline, conceding no boundaries against a strong Sri Lankan batting line-up. She looked composed on debut at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium and slotted seamlessly into the side.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking to the media after the match, she acknowledged feeling nervous before the game but said those feelings faded once play began.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI was nervous before the national anthem. After that, I calmed down. I am very happy that I was able to execute my plan. There are four more matches to go (in the series),\u201d Vaishnavi said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Vaishnavi earned her maiden international cap after a standout showing at the ICC Under-19 Women\u2019s T20 World Cup earlier this year. She finished the tournament as the leading wicket-taker, claiming 17 wickets at a remarkable average of 4.35.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI was nervous before the national anthem. After that, I calmed down. I am very happy that I was able to execute my plan. There are four more matches to go (in the series),\u201d Vaishnavi said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"We have worked hard for this. Our dream is to represent India and contribute. I can\u2019t say much about the future. Let\u2019s leave it to God,\" she said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n