Two years ago, Deepti had controversially dismissed Dean after running her out at the non-striker's end during the third ODI against England in 2022, triggering a debate over the spirit of the game.

In their opening match of the Women’s Asia Cup, the defending champions India showcased their dominance by securing a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Pakistan on July 19 in Dambulla. This triumph not only marked a strong start to their title defence but also set a high standard for the rest of the tournament.