Shafali and Deepti Shine as India Defeat Bangladesh by 8 Runs, Securing a 2-0 Lead

Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma excel with the ball as India dismiss Bangladesh for 87 runs in the 2nd T20I, securing a commanding 2-0 lead in the 3-match series. Despite the consistent fall of wickets imposed by the Bangladesh bowlers, the Indian batters failed to surpass the 20-run mark. Consequently, India concluded their innings at 95 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in the allotted 20 overs.

That concludes the match. With a game to spare, India Women have secured victory in the three-match T20I series, aiming for a clean sweep of 3-0. Bangladesh Women, although showing glimpses of promise, fell short in their efforts. Nigar Sultana and her team will strive to finish the series on a strong note and avoid a whitewash. The third and final T20 of the series is scheduled for Thursday, July 13th, at the same venue. The match will commence at 1:30 pm IST (8:00 am GMT). Join us early for the pre-match coverage. Until then, take care and farewell!

Harmanpreet Kaur, the skipper of India Women, acknowledges that the total set by the team was just one aspect of the game, recognizing that plans don’t always unfold as intended. However, she credits the bowlers for demonstrating tremendous character and contributing to the team’s victory. She emphasizes the significance of having young bowlers in the squad during this series and highlights the importance of placing trust in them, particularly in challenging situations. Kaur applauds their performance, as they delivered exceptionally well.

Nigar Sultana, the captain of Bangladesh Women, acknowledges the commendable effort of her bowlers in limiting India’s scoring. She expresses a personal disappointment in not being able to see her team through to victory. Sultana recognizes that they didn’t have the ideal start they were hoping for in the match. However, she remains optimistic and looks forward to the final game of the series. Regarding Sobhana Mostary, who is currently undergoing treatment, Sultana expresses hope that she will recover in time to participate in the next game.

In the early stages of the match, after winning the toss, Harmanpreet Kaur elected to bat first, and India got off to a promising start thanks to their opening batswomen. However, their momentum quickly dwindled, finding themselves in a challenging position at 33-3. The Indian Women’s team struggled against the spin attack, losing wickets at regular intervals. Through valuable contributions from Deepti Sharma and Amanjot Kaur, India managed to reach a total of 95 runs. Sultana Khatun stood out for Bangladesh with an impressive three-wicket haul.

Bangladesh Women’s performance can be seen as a tale of two halves. While they excelled with the ball, their batting performance faltered initially. The home team struggled against the Indian spinners until Nigar Sultana stepped in and provided stability. The Bangladesh captain remained composed despite the challenges at the other end, playing sensibly to keep her team in the game. However, her dismissal in the penultimate over proved to be a significant setback, making the task too difficult for the rest of the batting lineup to overcome.

A masterful display by the Indian spinners has propelled them to victory in the second T20I! The tables have turned for Bangladesh Women as India Women have seized an insurmountable 2-0 lead in the series. Defending a modest total, India Women knew that early wickets were crucial to their chances of success. Minnu Mani set the early tone for the visitors, while Deepti Sharma claimed the wicket of the other opener. Shafali Verma, Bareddy Anusha, and Jemimah Rodrigues also played their part, stifling the flow of runs effectively. Nigar Sultana provided a formidable challenge for India, but Deepti Sharma’s experience dismissed the Bangladesh captain. Despite a costly second over, Shafali Verma was entrusted with the responsibility of bowling the final over, and she passed the test with flying colors.

India Women’s Playing XI        

Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues,Harmanpreet Kaur(C) Yastika Bhatia (w), Harleen Deol, Pooja Vastrakar, Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Bareddy Anusha, Minnu Mani

Bangladesh Women’s Playing XI     

Shathi Rani, Shamima Sultana, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana (w/c), Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Nahida Akter, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Sultana Khatun, Rabeya Khan