India Triumphs Over Pakistan in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
Dubai, UAE – In a thrilling encounter at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, India secured a crucial six-wicket victory over archrivals Pakistan in their second match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 on Sunday, keeping their semifinal hopes alive.
Match Highlights:
- Harmanpreet Kaur played a pivotal role, scoring a vital 24-ball 29 before retiring hurt with India on the brink of victory.
- Shafali Verma contributed significantly at the top of the order with 32 runs off 35 balls.
- Pakistan’s Innings: After winning the toss and opting to bat, Pakistan struggled to build momentum, finishing at 105 for eight. Nida Dar top-scored with 28 off 34 balls.
- Indian Bowling: A disciplined bowling performance saw India restrict Pakistan effectively. Off-spinner Shreyanka Patil (2/12) and Arundhati Reddy (3/19) were standout performers, sharing five wickets between them.
India chased down the target of 106 in 18.5 overs, despite an overcautious approach initially. The victory was sealed with a new attendance record for a group stage match in the Women’s T20 World Cup, with 15,935 spectators witnessing the historic game. This surpassed the previous record of 13,432 set during the India vs Australia group stage match in the 2020 edition at the Sydney Showground Stadium.
India’s win not only boosts their chances in the tournament but also sets a new benchmark for women’s cricket attendance, showcasing the growing popularity and support for the sport.