In a spectacular display of cricket, India Women clinched a commanding 10-wicket win over Bangladesh Women in the 1st Semi-Final of the Women's Asia Cup T20 2024, held at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. The match, which took place on July 26, 2024, saw India outclass their opponents in every department.
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Bangladesh Innings: Struggling to Score
Opting to bat first, Bangladesh Women faced a disciplined Indian bowling attack, managing only 80 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.
Top Performers with the Ball:
Renuka Singh was the show's star, claiming 3 wickets for just 10 runs in her 4-over spell, dismantling the top order.
Radha Yadav also shone with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 14 runs.
Deepti Sharma and Pooja Vastrakar contributed with a wicket each, maintaining tight lines and building pressure throughout.
Despite a fighting knock of 32 runs off 51 balls by captain and wicketkeeper Nigar Sultana, Bangladesh couldn't build any substantial partnerships. Shorna Akter's 19* off 18 was the only other notable contribution.
India's Dominant Chase
Chasing a modest target of 81, India's openers, Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, made light work of the Bangladesh bowling attack, reaching the target in just 11 overs without losing a wicket.
Shafali Verma scored a brisk 26* off 28 balls, showcasing her aggressive intent with a strike rate of 92.86.
Smriti Mandhana played a stunning innings of 55* off 39 balls, hitting 9 fours and a six, with an impressive strike rate of 141.03.
Bangladesh's bowlers struggled to make an impact, with Marufa Akter being the most expensive, conceding 17 runs in her 2 overs.
Match Highlights
Toss: Bangladesh Women won and opted to bat.
Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla.
Umpires: Dedunu Silva, Nimali Perera.
Bangladesh Total: 80/8 in 20 overs.
India Total: 83/0 in 11 overs.
This victory propels India Women into the final of the Women's Asia Cup T20 2024, showcasing their formidable form and making them strong contenders for the title. Stay tuned for more updates as the tournament progresses!
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