In a gripping encounter at the Women's T20 World Cup, India secured a five-wicket victory over Pakistan, chasing down a target of 138 with two balls to spare. The match, held at a packed stadium, showcased the growing intensity of women's cricket rivalries.
Pakistan's Innings
Pakistan posted a competitive total of 137 for 6, thanks to a solid 52 from captain Bismah Maroof and a quickfire 30 from Nida Dar. India's bowlers, led by Poonam Yadav's 2 for 25, kept the scoring in check during the middle overs.
India's Chase
India's response was anchored by opener Smriti Mandhana, who scored 45 off 38 balls, including seven boundaries. Despite a mid-innings wobble that saw two quick wickets, Harmanpreet Kaur's unbeaten 28 off 22 balls guided India home. The winning runs came off a boundary from Deepti Sharma.
The victory keeps India's semi-final hopes alive, while Pakistan will look to bounce back in their next group match.
