India Women beat Thailand Women by 94 runs in the Women’s Twenty20 Asia Cup, with Shafali Verma’s match-winning 64 setting up a 159/9 total before Deepti Sharma returned astonishing figures of 3/0 in 1.1 overs. Thailand Women were dismissed for 65 in 16.1 overs as India opened their Group A campaign with a commanding victory.

Shafali gives India the platform

India Women made 159/9 from their 20 overs, led emphatically by Player of the Match Shafali Verma’s 64. Pratika Rawal contributed 22 and Smriti Mandhana added 19, providing useful support around Shafali’s innings as India built a total that proved far beyond Thailand’s reach.

Thailand’s bowlers continued to fight through the innings despite the demanding assignment. Suleeporn Laomi was the standout with 3/18 from her four overs, while Sunida Chaturongrattana claimed 2 wickets. Chanida Sutthiruang also struck once, but India had already accumulated enough runs to put the chase under substantial pressure.

India’s bowlers complete the rout

Thailand’s reply never gained sustained momentum. Nannapat Koncharoenkai made a defiant 41, accounting for more than half of her side’s final total, while Phannita Maya and Suleeporn Laomi each made 6. But no other listed contribution could provide the support required to challenge India’s target.

Deepti Sharma delivered a remarkable closing spell of 3/0 in 1.1 overs, including a maiden, to hasten the finish. Nandani Sharma took 3/18 in four overs, Shree Charani claimed 2/10 in three, and Kranti Gaud took 1/26 from four overs. P Rawat’s four overs cost only 11 runs and included a maiden, underscoring India’s control throughout the chase.

Key performers

  • Shafali Verma, India Women: 64 runs; Player of the Match.
  • Pratika Rawal, India Women: 22 runs.
  • Nannapat Koncharoenkai, Thailand Women: 41 runs.
  • Deepti Sharma, India Women: 3/0 in 1.1 overs.
  • Nandani Sharma, India Women: 3/18 in 4 overs.
  • Suleeporn Laomi, Thailand Women: 3/18 in 4 overs.

NerdSports Stat: Nannapat Koncharoenkai’s 41 accounted for 63.08% of Thailand Women’s 65 runs, yet India still completed a 94-run victory.

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This was the third match of the Women’s Twenty20 Asia Cup and the second Group A fixture. Thailand Women had begun the tournament with a six-run win in the opening match, while Sri Lanka Women beat India Women by nine wickets with 73 balls remaining in the second Group B match.

The stated series standing remains level at 0-0 after this match. The tournament continues on Monday, August 31, when Bangladesh Women face Indonesia Women. Thailand Women next play Pakistan Women on September 1, while India Women meet Hong Kong Women on September 3 before their September 5 contest against Pakistan Women.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the match between India Women and Thailand Women?

India Women won the match by 94 runs.

Who was the Player of the Match?

Shafali Verma was named Player of the Match for 64 runs.

What is the series standing after this match?

The stated series standing remains level at 0-0.

Who was the top scorer in this match?

Shafali Verma top-scored with 64 runs.

When is the next match in the series?

The next match is Bangladesh Women versus Indonesia Women on Monday, August 31.