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IND W vs WI W: The Indian women’s cricket team got off to a great start in their three-match T20 series against West Indies, winning the first game by 49 runs. Played on Sunday, December 15, at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, India put up an all-round performance both while batting and bowling as well to post a dominating target of 196 runs from West Indies. However, the West Indies failed to cross beyond 146 runs due to some great performances both by Deandra Dottin and Kiana Joseph.
Dominant batting by India in IND W vs WI W 1st T20I
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West Indies, who chose to bowl first after winning the toss, were immediately put under pressure by India’s strong opening partnership. Smriti Mandhana and Uma Chhetri provided a solid start, putting on 50 runs for the opening wicket. Mandhana looked in fine form, scoring 54 runs off 35 balls, including 7 boundaries. Chhetri was a steady presence at the other end, contributing 24 runs before getting dismissed.
The fireworks were more in the middle order, with Jemima Rodrigues producing one of the finest T20 innings of her career. She walked in at three and completely took charge of the innings, scoring 73 off just 35 balls, with 9 fours and 2 sixes to her name as she saw the Indian total well over 190. The innings were a real quick fire for India that lifted the team to a good total after the initial shocks.
Wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh also contributed with a quick 20 runs off 14 balls, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur remained unbeaten on 13 runs, guiding the team towards the 195-run mark at the end of the 20th over.
West Indies Bowling Efforts in IND W vs WI W 1st T20I
West Indies’ bowling attack did have a couple of notable performances, with Karishma Ramharak being the pick of the bowlers. Ramharak took 2 wickets for 18 runs, while Deandra Dottin, though a bit pricey, picked up 1 wicket for 33 runs. The West Indies bowlers were not able to hold the Indian onslaught, especially with Rodrigues’ explosive innings in the middle overs.
West Indies’ Chase, IND W vs WI W
With an arduous task of running for 196, the West Indies had a wobbly start and lost their wickets very early in the game. Deandra Dottin and Kiana Joseph did try to hold back the situation, although not quite succeed. Experienced all-rounder Dottin was keen on trying and scored 53 off 38 balls with 7 fours. Joseph was not far behind and added 49 runs off 37 balls that included 4 fours and one six. However, their efforts were not able to bring West Indies nearer to the target.
The Indian bowlers, with Titas Sadhu leading the pack, maintained pressure on the chasing team. Sadhu was the best bowler for India, as she claimed 3 wickets for 37 runs. Deepthi Sharma and Radha Yadav were the other key contributors to the bowling, as both of them picked up 2 wickets. West Indies could only manage 146/7 in their 20 overs, which left them 49 runs short of the target.
India’s Clinical Bowling Performance
India’s bowling was great, as it made some crucial breakthroughs at key moments in the game. Titas Sadhu, with her 3 wickets, tore apart the middle order of West Indies. Her tight and accurate bowling set the tone for the rest of the attack. Deepti Sharma and Radha Yadav supported with tight spells, both taking 2 wickets and never letting the West Indies batting gain momentum.
The Indian bowlers maintained a stranglehold, especially in the last part of the West Indies innings. Dottin and Joseph fought hard but didn’t have a partnership to put India under pressure. West Indies ended the match at 146/7 as India won comfortably by 49 runs.
Match Contributing Factors
– Jemima Rodrigues (India): She scored 73 off 35 balls with 9 fours and 2 sixes.
– Smriti Mandhana (India): 54 runs off 35 balls, 7 fours
– Deandra Dottin (West Indies): 53 runs off 38 balls, 7 fours
– Kiana Joseph (West Indies): 49 runs off 37 balls, 4 fours, 1 six
– Titas Sadhu (India): 3 wickets for 37 runs
– Deepti Sharma (India): 2 wickets for 21 runs
– Radha Yadav (India): 2 wickets for 28 runs
India Takes 1-0 Lead in the IND W vs WI W Series
With this comprehensive win, India took a 1-0 lead in the three-match IND W vs WI W T20 series. The victory was built on a strong batting performance, spearheaded by Rodrigues and Mandhana, and a clinical bowling effort, led by Sadhu. India’s all-round performance left West Indies with little chance, despite valiant efforts from Dottin and Joseph.
As West Indies and India meet on the last day of the month and attempt to level the series from here, here’s something that could go down; the Second T20 on 17th December
As both teams meet again, on the 17th of December for the final T20 of the match series, this too takes place at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. West Indians have to pull themselves out and come up with strategies to counter India with batting along with bowling. India, however, will look to capitalize on their good start and wrap up the series with another dominating performance.
The Indians completed the task by winning by 49 runs in the first T20 against West Indies. They showed good depth and quality in batting and bowling units, but Jemima Rodrigues’ match-winning innings were the highlights. The bowlers also put up good performances to give the Indians a complete win. The series is still open, so both teams will be ready to make their mark in the next game.
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