U19 World Cup: Trisha Shines as India Defeats Sri Lanka by 60 Runs to Advance
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Synopsis
In a brilliant display, G. Trisha scored 49 runs, leading India to a 60-run victory over Sri Lanka, securing a spot in the Super Six stage of the 2025 ICC U19 T20 Women’s World Cup. The bowlers also excelled, ensuring a dominant performance at the Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur.
Key Takeaways
- G. Trisha scored 49 runs.
- India restricted Sri Lanka to 58 runs.
- Bowlers Shabnam Shakil and Joshitha V.J. took two wickets each.
- India will face Bangladesh next in the Super Six.
- The match took place at Bayuemas Oval
Kuala Lumpur, Jan 23 (NationPress) G. Trisha was the standout performer with a score of 49, while the bowlers showcased an impressive team effort as India triumphed over Sri Lanka by 60 runs to progress to the Super Six stage of the 2025 ICC U19 T20 Women’s World Cup as Group A leaders at the Bayuemas Oval on Thursday.
Batting first in damp conditions on a sluggish pitch, Trisha excelled, hitting five boundaries and a six in her 44-ball innings, propelling India to a total of 118/9. In response, bowlers Shabnam Shakil and Joshitha V.J. each took two wickets, reducing Sri Lanka to 26/5 during the Power-play and ultimately limiting them to 58/9.
Sri Lanka initially seized the initiative by dismissing G. Kamalini and Sanika Chalke quickly, leaving India at 17/2 in 4.2 overs before rain interrupted play. Once resumed, Trisha steadied the innings, forming partnerships of 31 and 30 with captain Niki Prasad and Bhavika Ahire. Although Sri Lanka made a comeback in the latter stages by claiming six wickets, India still managed to score an additional 70 runs and surpass the 110-run threshold.
While defending a modest target, India's bowlers were sharp from the start, with Shabnam and Joshitha each claiming two wickets, supported by a run-out of captain Manudi Nanayakkara, establishing India's dominance.
The outcome became inevitable as Sri Lanka concluded their innings at 58/9, with the reigning champions India maintaining their undefeated streak in the tournament. India is set to play their opening Super Six match against Bangladesh at Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, followed by a clash against Scotland at the same venue on January 28.
Brief scores:
India 118/9 in 20 overs (G. Trisha 49, Mithila Vinod 16; Pramudi Methsara 2-10, Limansa Thilakarathna 2-14) defeated Sri Lanka 58/9 in 20 overs (Rashmika Sewwandi 15; Parunika Sisodia 2-7, Shabnam Shakil 2-9) by 60 runs
