India’s men’s and women’s blind cricket teams demonstrated exceptional performance at the IBSA World Games 2023, with the men’s team securing a victory over Australia and the women’s team achieving a dominant win against England in Birmingham.
Following their defeat against Pakistan on Sunday, India’s men’s blind cricket team bounced back with a strong display against Australia, clinching an 8-wicket victory. Opting to bat first, Australia faced early setbacks, losing a wicket in the opening over. However, S Nero’s 51 runs and M Cameron’s 38 helped Australia reach 139/4 in 20 overs. In response, India’s Nareshbhai Balubhai Tumda’s impressive unbeaten 62 off 33 balls guided the team to chase down the target in just 13 overs.
In the women’s game, India showcased their dominance by thrashing England with a remarkable 185-run victory. Opting to bat, India’s Gangavva Neelappa Harijan’s explosive century (117 off 60 balls) and contributions from Phula Saren (49) and Valasanaini Ravanni (54) led India to an imposing total of 268/2 in 20 overs. England’s chase was plagued by constant wicket losses, resulting in a meager score of 83/8 in 20 overs.
The Indian men’s blind cricket team is set to face England on Tuesday, while the women’s team will take on Australia on Wednesday in the ongoing IBSA World Games 2023 in Birmingham.
Brief Scores:
Women’s Match: India 268/2 (Gangavva Neelappa Harijan 117) beat England 83/8 (K Jelfs-White 32)
Men’s Match: India 141/2 (Nareshbhai Balubhai Tumda 62) beat Australia 139/4 (S Neor 51)
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-IANS
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