As the anticipation builds for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, Indian cricket fans have reason to celebrate after a stellar performance in the warm-up match against the West Indies. Scheduled to kick off on October 3 at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, this tournament promises to showcase the best in women’s cricket. The final will be held at Dubai International Stadium on October 20.
Warm-Up Match Highlights: India vs. West Indies
In a thrilling warm-up match on September 29 at ICCA 2 Ground in Dubai, India secured a 20-run victory against the West Indies. Here’s a breakdown of the match highlights:
Batting Performance
India won the toss and chose to bat first. Despite early wickets, Jemimah Rodrigues delivered a standout performance, scoring 52 runs off 40 balls. Her impressive innings included five boundaries and demonstrated her ability to anchor the innings. Other key contributions came from:
- Yastika Bhatia: 24 runs off 25 balls
- Deepti Sharma: 13 runs
- Smriti Mandhana: 14 runs
India finished their innings at 141 runs for 8 wickets after 20 overs, showcasing resilience in a challenging batting display.
Bowling Excellence
The West Indies faced a fierce Indian bowling attack. They struggled right from the start, losing openers Hayley Mathews and Qiana Joseph for 0 and 1 run, respectively. Despite a valiant effort from Chinelle Henry, who scored 59 runs off 48 balls, the West Indies could only muster 121 runs for 8 wickets.
Key bowling performances included:
- Pooja Vastrakar: 3 wickets
- Deepti Sharma: 2 wickets for just 11 runs
- Renuka Singh, Asha Sobhana, and Radha Yadav each chipped in with a wicket.
Match Summary
India’s balanced performance in both batting and bowling phases was evident. The win serves as a significant morale booster ahead of the upcoming matches in the World Cup.
Looking Ahead: Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
The Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to be an exciting tournament, featuring top teams from around the globe. Here are some key dates for India’s matches:
- October 4: India vs. New Zealand
- October 6: India vs. Pakistan
- October 9: India vs. Sri Lanka
- October 13: India vs. Australia
With the squad showing strong form, fans are eager to see how India performs in the tournament.
Conclusion
The Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 promises thrilling cricket, and India’s warm-up match against the West Indies has set the stage for what fans can expect. With players like Jemimah Rodrigues and Pooja Vastrakar leading the charge, the Indian team looks poised to make a significant impact.
