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The Indian U-19 Women's team secured their spot in the 2025 U-19 Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals after defeating Bangladesh U-19 by 8 wickets in the first Super-six game.
𝐈𝐂𝐂 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫-𝟏𝟗 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐓𝟐𝟎 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐮𝐩 ||
India storms into the semi-finals with a commanding 8-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Kuala Lumpur.
Final Score:
Bangladesh Women - 64/8
India Women - 66/2 (7.1)#U19WorldCup | #TeamIndia | #INDvBAN | #U19WC pic.twitter.com/MlAw8l9EeA
India's strategy of dominating early in the field worked perfectly again, helping them to earn an easy win. Bangladesh U-19 ended their innings on 64/8 in the first innings.
In response, Indian all-rounder Gonagadi Trisha led the chase with the quick 40 runs off 31 balls, helping India secure an eight-wicket win within eight overs at the Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur.
Statement victory from the Indian U-19 women's team
Indian U-19 bowlers determined their firm control right from the beginning, as they have done throughout the tournament so far. India picked up the first wicket within the first two overs, leading to restrict Bangladesh U-19 to 18/4 by the end of the Powerplay.
Shabnam and VJ Joshita's tight bowling combined with the sharp fielding confirmed India to stay in control against Bangladesh.
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After 1st innings , Bangladesh 64/8 (20)
Sumaiya Akter 21 (29)
Vaishnavi Sharma 3/15 (4)
India need 65 runs to win
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The quick wickets from the Indian pacers have surfaced the way for the spinner to shine. Vaishnavi Sharma again stole the show, taking a three-wicket haul for just 15 runs, Vaishnavi increased her tournament tally to 9, making her one of the top wicket-takers.
However, India's compact bowling restricted Bangladesh U-19 to a vulnerable score of 64/8, leaving India U-19 for an easy target to chase.
Trisha led the Indian batting in an easy chase
In response, opener Gondagi Trisha made a scorching 40 off 31, making the job half-done before leaving the pitch in the 6.5 over.
The rest was easily done by Sanika Chalke who made 11 off 5, studded with two boundaries to finish it off for the Indian team. Indian U-19 secured a huge eight-wicket victory in just 7.1 overs, ending the innings on 66/2 and marking their utmost dominance over its continental counterpart.
Indian skipper Niki Prasad expressed her happiness as she stated:
We have been putting in a lot of effort before the match and in our preparation for the fielding, it has been really good. When we’re on the field, we just want to dominate. We aim to give our best and keep evolving and getting better and better.
Vaishnavi Sharma was named Player of the Match for the second time in the tournament. She credited her teammates, by saying:
I have no words for this. Credit to the opening bowlers for making the spinners’ job easier. It didn’t turn as much today so I just attacked the stumps.
For her effective bowling and taking 3️⃣ wickets, Vaishnavi Sharma is the Player of the Match 👏 #TeamIndia win by 8 wickets 👌
— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) January 26, 2025
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India U-19 storms into the 2025 U-19 Women's T20 World Cup semi-final
The win marks the Indian U-19 team's third consecutive win over Bangladesh, including two wins in the Under 19 Women's Asia Cup. Gongadi Trisha significantly scored the most in all three matches.
India U-19 will aim for another victory as they face Scotland in their next Super-six game on Tuesday, hoping to maintain their unbeaten streak.
The Girls in Blue dominated their first encounter at the Super Six stage, defeating Bangladesh with 8 wickets in hand!#INDWvBANW #U19WorldCup pic.twitter.com/WUAAlXLmev
— AsianCricketCouncil (@ACCMedia1) January 26, 2025
