India produced a clinical performance at the
Opting to bat first, Pakistan initially appeared steady, reaching 27 without loss by the fifth over. However, the momentum shifted decisively once India’s spinners gained control. A dramatic collapse saw Pakistan lose six wickets for just eight runs across 28 deliveries, leaving them reeling at 35 for six in the 10th over. Ultimately, the side was bundled out for 55 in 18.1 overs, falling short of their previous T20I low of 56 set against New Zealand in 2024.
Spinners Dominate as Pakistan Collapses
The Indian bowling unit thrived on the slow surface, ensuring a memorable outing for captain
Leg-spinner Prema Rawat provided excellent support with figures of three for nine, while Deepti Sharma chipped in with two for five. Shafali Verma also contributed with the ball, claiming the opening wicket of Muneeba Ali. Despite India conceding three dropped catches during the innings, Pakistan failed to capitalize on the opportunities, struggling to build any meaningful partnerships against the disciplined Indian attack.
Harmanpreet Leads Successful Chase
Facing a modest target of 56, India encountered a brief period of resistance from Pakistan captain Fatima Sana. Bowling with pace and aggression, Sana claimed three for 17, removing Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, and Pratika Rawal to leave India at 29 for three within the first four overs.
Any hopes of a Pakistan comeback were quickly extinguished by Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma. In her 150th T20I match as captain, Harmanpreet anchored the chase, finishing unbeaten on 18 from 18 balls. She struck a six over long-on off Nashra Sandhu to seal the win in the ninth over, handing India a victory with 68 balls remaining. The win leaves India at the top of the Group A standings with three wins from three matches, while Pakistan must now defeat Hong Kong on Monday to keep their semifinal aspirations alive.
