Bangladesh women’s cricket team performed brilliantly in the thrilling final T20 match of the series. Bangladesh beat India by 4 wickets and achieved a great win against India.
Although India faced defeat in the last game, they showcased their dominance by winning the T20 series 2-1 with impressive victories in the initial two matches.
Toss Decision: India Elects to Bat
Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss in the third T20 match against Bangladesh and elected to bat first. This decision mirrored the choices made by Harmanpreet in the previous two matches, where she also won the toss. she chose to bowl in the first match of the series. But in the second and third matches of this series, captain Harmanpreet Kaur chose to bat first.
Debut of Rashi Kanojia
In the third T20 match, Team India made two changes to the playing 11. Devika Vaidya and Rashi Kanojia replaced Harleen Deol and Baredi Anusha in the team. Rashi Kanojia made her international cricket debut against Bangladesh, bringing in fresh talent to the Indian side. The playing 11 for India included captain Harmanpreet Kaur, wicketkeeper Yastika Bhatia, Shefali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Devika Vaidya, Deepti Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar, Amanjot Kaur, Rashi Kanojia, and Minnu Mani.
India Sets a Target of 103 Runs
After winning the toss and choosing to bat first, the Indian team managed to score only 102 runs for the loss of nine wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur led from the front, top-scoring for India with 40 runs, while Jemimah Rodrigues contributed 28 runs. Unfortunately, star player Smriti Mandhana had a disappointing performance for the third match in a row, getting dismissed for just 11 runs. Rabeya Khan and Sultana Khatuna were the most successful bowlers for Bangladesh, taking three and two wickets, respectively.
Bangladesh’s Victory Chase
Chasing a target of 103 runs, the Bangladesh team initially struggled, losing two wickets in the first four overs. However, opener Shamima Sultana and Nigar Sultana stabilized the innings with a partnership of 46 runs. Nigar Sultana contributed 14 runs, while Shamima Sultana scored an impressive 42 runs. Both players played crucial roles in Bangladesh’s victory.
Eventually, Bangladesh achieved the target with 4 wickets in hand and 10 balls to spare. Minnu Mani and Devika Vaidya took two wickets each for Team India, while Jemimah Rodrigues claimed one wicket.
Shamima Sultana Shines as Bangladesh Secures First Win
Shamima Sultana displayed exceptional batting skills, delivering a splendid performance for Bangladesh. She emerged as the highest run-scorer, contributing a remarkable 42 runs from 46 balls. Throughout her innings, Sultana struck 3 fours, showcasing her skill and precision. However, the rest of the Bangladesh team’s batsmen failed to perform well.
Bangladesh managed to claim their first win in the series thanks to a relatively modest target set by India. Shifting the focus to the Indian bowlers, both Minu Mani and Devika Vaid claimed two wickets each, displaying their effectiveness on the field. Additionally, Jemima Rodrigues chipped in with one wicket, further strengthening the Indian bowling attack.
India Clinches the T20 Series
Despite the loss in the final match, Team India secured the T20 series 2-1 based on their victories in the first two matches. The Indian women’s cricket team, led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, showcased their skills and emerged triumphant. Harmanpreet Kaur was rightly named the player of the series for her exceptional contributions throughout the tournament.
Playing-11 of India:
Smriti Mandhana, Shefali Verma, Jemima Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Yastika Bhatia (wk), Deepti Sharma, Devika Vaidh, Amanjot Kaur, Pooja Vastrakar, Minu Mani, Rashi Kanojia.
Playing-11 of Bangladesh:
Shamima Sultana, Nigar Sultana (wk/c), Sultana Khatoon, Kahima Khatoon,Ritu Moni, Shorna Akhtar, Nahida Akhtar, Rabeya Khan, Shathi Rani, Dilara Akhtar, Maruka Akhtar.
How many matches were there in the T20 series between India and Bangladesh?
The T20 series between India and Bangladesh comprised three matches.
Who won the T20 series between India and Bangladesh?
India won the T20 series against Bangladesh with a 2-1 victory.
Who was the player of the series in the T20 series between India and Bangladesh?
Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain of the Indian women’s cricket team, was declared the player of the series.
Which venue hosted the third T20 match between India and Bangladesh?
The third T20 match between India and Bangladesh took place at the Sher Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.
How many runs did India score in the third T20 match?
India managed to score 102 runs for the loss of nine wickets in the third T20 match against Bangladesh.
