India Women beat Pakistan Women by seven wickets with 68 balls remaining in the Women’s Twenty20 Asia Cup, with Player of the Match Shree Charani taking three wickets in a commanding bowling performance. India completed a modest chase of 56 at 57 for 3 in 8.4 overs after dismissing Pakistan for 55 in 18.1 overs.

It was a comprehensive Group A result built first on India’s disciplined attack. Charani claimed three wickets, while Prema Rawat also struck three times and Deepti Sharma took two wickets as Pakistan’s innings never found sustained momentum.

Shawaal Zulfiqar’s 14 was Pakistan’s highest score, with Muneeba Ali contributing 13 and Tuba Hassan making 9. But India’s bowlers kept taking wickets through the innings, ensuring Pakistan were unable to turn starts into a partnership capable of lifting the total.

India’s bowlers set up another emphatic win

Pakistan were bowled out for 55, with the combined work of Charani, Rawat and Deepti accounting for eight wickets. Charani’s three-wicket spell earned her the Player of the Match award, while Rawat matched her wicket tally and Deepti added two dismissals to complete the squeeze.

India’s earlier Group A victories had come by 94 runs and 137 runs, and this seven-wicket win continued their forceful start to the tournament. Pakistan had entered the contest after a 35-run win in their previous Group A match, but could not overcome India’s sharp bowling unit.

Harmanpreet leads controlled chase

India lost three wickets in the pursuit, with Fatima Sana taking all three Pakistan wickets. Yet the target was too small to create lasting pressure. Harmanpreet Kaur top-scored with 18 runs, while Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma each made 12 as India reached 57 for 3 with more than 11 overs unused.

The 68 balls remaining underlined the scale of India’s control. Having restricted Pakistan to 55, they needed only 52 deliveries of their own innings to complete the chase and seal the result.

Key performers

  • Shree Charani, India Women: 3 wickets and Player of the Match.
  • Prema Rawat, India Women: 3 wickets.
  • Deepti Sharma, India Women: 12 runs and 2 wickets.
  • Harmanpreet Kaur, India Women: 18 runs.
  • Shafali Verma, India Women: 12 runs.
  • Fatima Sana, Pakistan Women: 3 wickets.
  • Shawaal Zulfiqar, Pakistan Women: 14 runs.

NerdSports Stat: India needed only 52 balls to chase 56, leaving 68 balls unused after bowling Pakistan out in 18.1 overs.

What it means

The result does not decide the Women’s Twenty20 Asia Cup, with the series standing listed as level at 0-0 after this match. India have strengthened their position in Group A after three wins, while Pakistan’s next scheduled group fixture is against Hong Kong Women on September 7.

The tournament continues on September 6 with Bangladesh Women facing Sri Lanka Women. Group-stage matches then continue before the September 10 and September 11 fixtures, followed by the final scheduled match on September 13.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the match between India Women and Pakistan Women?

India Women won the match by 7 wickets with 68 balls remaining.

Who was the Player of the Match?

Shree Charani was named Player of the Match for taking 3 wickets.

What is the series standing after this match?

The Women’s Twenty20 Asia Cup series standing is listed as level at 0-0, with group-stage matches still to come.

Who was the top scorer in this match?

Harmanpreet Kaur top-scored with 18 runs.

When is the next match in the series?

The next match is Bangladesh Women vs Sri Lanka Women on Sunday, September 6.