IN-W vs SL-W Match Highlights for Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
The Indian Women’s cricket team secured a massive 82-run victory over Sri Lanka Women in the 12th match of the Women’s T20 World Cup, marking their highest margin of victory in the tournament’s history. With this dominant performance, India remains in the race for the semifinals while eliminating Sri Lanka from contention. Let’s look at IN-W vs SL-W Match Highlights.
This victory has given India a significant boost, both in terms of morale and their Net Run Rate (NRR), which could prove crucial in their semifinal aspirations. Having recovered from a heavy loss and a scratchy win in previous matches, this dominant performance will give the Indian side confidence heading into the crucial final stages of the tournament.
India Women’s Batting Performance
India Women came out all guns blazing after being put into bat. The top-order, led by Smriti Mandhana, provided the perfect foundation for a formidable total. Mandhana, alongside her opening partner Shafali Verma, laid a strong platform with aggressive stroke play, setting the tone for the innings.
Their solid partnership was backed up by Jemimah Rodrigues, who added crucial runs, further consolidating India’s position. India’s captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, did not take the field during the chase due to an injury concern, leaving the leadership duties to Smriti Mandhana, who marshaled her troops efficiently.
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Sri Lanka’s Dismal Batting Display Thanks to Indian Bowlers
Sri Lanka’s chase got off to the worst possible start. The Indian bowlers struck early and often, reducing Sri Lanka to 6/3 within the first few overs. The dangerous Chamari Athapaththu, Sri Lanka’s captain and key batter was dismissed in the second over by Shreyanka Patil, a crucial breakthrough for India.
India’s bowlers maintained relentless pressure throughout the innings. Radha Yadav, who was substituted onto the field, set the tone in the very first over by taking a stunning catch to dismiss Vishmi Gunaratne. This early blow rattled the Sri Lankan batting order, which never truly recovered.
India’s bowlers were in top form, with each bowler contributing to the wickets column. Arundhati Reddy led the charge with an impressive three-wicket haul, while Asha Sobhana, the leg-spinner, also claimed three scalps. Their precise bowling and sharp fielding made life difficult for the Sri Lankan batters, who struggled to put together partnerships.
Kavisha Dilhari and Anushka Sanjeewani showed some resilience, managing to put together a brief stand that provided Sri Lanka with a glimmer of hope. However, their efforts were short-lived, and Sri Lanka could only muster 90 runs before being bowled out.
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Conclusion: India Women Beat Sri Lanka Women by 82 Runs
India’s comprehensive 82-run victory over Sri Lanka has not only kept them alive in the tournament but also knocked Sri Lanka out of the race. The team will be eager to carry this momentum forward as they eye a spot in the semifinals. With their bowlers and top-order firing at the right time, India looks well-equipped for the challenges ahead.
