T20 World Cup brought a lot of excitement, and again Team India showed its strength by crushing Pakistan. This was a vital match for the team as it kept their hopes open to reach the semifinals. So let’s plunge into the details of this thrilling encounter.
Match Overview
India started the T20 World Cup on a sour note. The women’s Indian team went through a crushing defeat at the hands of New Zealand very early into their match. It was a defeat that sent the team straight to the bottom of the table of points, without much hope for winning. Everything changed when they played against Pakistan, their arch rival.

Batting Performance of Pakistan
In this match, Pakistan batted first and could not make many runs. They could only score 105 runs in their 20 overs. It was a slow pitch, and the batsmen found it difficult to play on that pitch. Only Nida Dar was exceptional and scored 28 runs off 34 balls. All other players failed to contribute much. Players scored in single digits, and some had as low as 10, 13, or 17 runs.
Bowling Superstars of India
Indian bowling was good. It was Aruthi Reddy who was brilliant with three decisive wickets and just 19 runs conceded from her four overs. She was showing great expertise and control while bowling. It was indeed becoming close to impossible for the Pakistani batsmen. Shriyanka Patil also bowled well and conceded only 12 runs, also taking two wickets.

India’s Thrilling Victory Over Pakistan in T20 World Cup
India’s Response with the Bat
Chasing 106 runs was not an easy task, and things didn’t get any better for the team when Smriti Mandhana was lost on just 7 runs. Here, Shafali Verma and Jammy Rodrigues at least stabilized the innings. Verma scored 32 off 35 balls, while Jammy could score only 23 off 28 balls. Here, their partnership kept India in the game.
Captain’s Impact
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur was the batswoman at whose arrival match took a thrilling turn. She batted furiously, scoring 29 from just 24 balls. That innings was crucial, as it helped India reach near the target. She had to retire due to injury at the time when two runs were needed to seal the victory for India.
Vikander won
After losing the power play, India chased down the target quite successfully, scoring 108 runs in 18.5 overs. This win greatly impacted the points table but, above all, boosted the team’s morale. Winning this match kept India’s hopes of qualifying for the semifinals alive and showed that it can bounce back with a good victory even from a not-so-great start.

Key Players of the Match
Jammy Rodrigues: Played a supportive role with 23 runs to keep the scoreboard ticking.
Aruthi Reddy: Her bowling was a game-changer, with three wickets and just 19 runs conceded.
Shriyanka Patil: She also performed well with the ball, taking two wickets for only 12 runs.
Shafali Verma: Contributed important runs with her 32 runs, helping stabilize the innings.
Harmanpreet Kaur: Her quick 29 runs were crucial for the team’s success.
Conclusion
The game was not just a victory; it was a statement. The Indian women’s side has shown so much resilience and great skills, especially after a shaky start to the tournament. They were able to keep their semifinal dream alive with this win. Thrusts of excitement in the T20 World Cup are yet to subside: the best is still to come.
India Women Cricket Team was congratulated by the whole country and given all the best for the upcoming matches.