India Women continued their impressive run in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 with a commanding 95-run victory over Netherlands Women in a Group A encounter. A powerful batting display followed by a disciplined bowling performance helped India secure one of their biggest wins of the tournament.
Batting first, India Women posted a formidable 209/5 in 20 overs, thanks to a brilliant opening partnership between Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma. The duo provided a flying start and put the Netherlands bowlers under pressure from the outset.
Mandhana played a magnificent innings of 74 runs from 47 balls, striking 11 boundaries and a six. Shafali Verma complemented her perfectly with a quick-fire 55 from 38 deliveries, helping India build a strong foundation.
Useful contributions from Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Harmanpreet Kaur, and Deepti Sharma ensured India crossed the 200-run mark and finished with a challenging total.
In reply, Netherlands Women struggled to keep up with the required run rate against India’s balanced bowling attack. Captain Babette de Leede top-scored with 28 runs, while Heather Siegers added 21, but regular wickets prevented the Dutch side from building any significant partnerships.
India’s bowlers maintained control throughout the innings. Shree Charani delivered an excellent spell, claiming four wickets, while Shafali Verma contributed with three wickets to complete an outstanding all-round performance.
The Netherlands were eventually bowled out for 114 in 17.3 overs, handing India a comprehensive 95-run victory.
The win strengthens India’s position in Group A and further boosts their confidence as they continue their campaign in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Match Summary
India Women
209/5 (20 Overs)
- Smriti Mandhana – 74 (47)
- Shafali Verma – 55 (38)
- Richa Ghosh – 20* (8)
Netherlands Women
114 All Out (17.3 Overs)
- Babette de Leede – 28 (27)
- Heather Siegers – 21 (16)
Result
India Women won by 95 runs
Player of the Match
Smriti Mandhana
- 74 runs off 47 balls
- 11 fours
- 1 six
Tournament
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Group A
Key Highlights
Smriti Mandhana scored a match-winning 74.
Shafali Verma smashed 55 and took 3 wickets.
India posted a massive total of 209/5.
Shree Charani claimed 4 wickets.
India Women secured a dominant 95-run victory.
