India Women delivered a commanding all-round performance to defeat Pakistan Women by 64 runs in a highly anticipated Group A clash of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Strong contributions with both bat and ball helped India secure an important victory and strengthen their position in the tournament standings.
After being asked to bat, India Women posted an impressive 170/6 in 20 overs. Opener Smriti Mandhana led the innings with a stylish 68 runs from 44 deliveries, striking nine boundaries and two sixes. Her fluent batting provided the perfect platform for India to build a competitive total.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur contributed a valuable 36 runs, while Richa Ghosh added a quick-fire 34 from just 17 balls to accelerate the scoring in the closing overs. India’s batting lineup maintained momentum throughout the innings and ensured Pakistan faced a challenging target.
In response, Pakistan Women struggled to keep pace with the required run rate as India’s bowlers consistently applied pressure. Wicketkeeper-batter Muneeba Ali fought hard with 41 runs, but regular wickets prevented Pakistan from building any significant partnerships.
The turning point came through an outstanding spell from Deepti Sharma, who dismantled Pakistan’s batting lineup with a superb five-wicket haul. Supported by Shree Charani and the rest of the bowling attack, Deepti ensured Pakistan never recovered after losing early wickets.
Pakistan Women were eventually bowled out for 106 in 17 overs, handing India a comprehensive 64-run victory.
The result gives India Women valuable points in Group A and boosts their confidence as they continue their quest for the Women’s T20 World Cup title.
Match Summary
India Women
170/6 (20 Overs)
- Smriti Mandhana – 68 (44)
- Harmanpreet Kaur – 36 (35)
- Richa Ghosh – 34 (17)
Pakistan Women
106 All Out (17 Overs)
- Muneeba Ali – 41 (35)
- Aliya Riaz – 18 (17)
Result
India Women won by 64 runs
Player of the Match
Deepti Sharma
- 5 wickets for 10 runs
- 4 overs
- Economy: 2.50
Tournament
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Group A
