New Delhi, Feb 21 (NationPress) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia extended his congratulations to the Indian Senior Women's Team for their remarkable victory against Australia in a three-match T20I series held in Australia. By winning the third T20I in Adelaide on Saturday, India clinched the series with a score of 2-1.

In a thrilling showdown at the Adelaide Oval, India emerged victorious with a hard-fought 17-run win over Australia in a match filled with tension. Australia, chasing a demanding target of 159, put up a brave fight from their lower order but ultimately came up short, thanks to India's bowlers who maintained their composure in the final overs.

The innings of India was bolstered by solid performances from Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues, while it was Shreyanka Patil's exceptional bowling that ensured India triumphed against the hosts.

In a post shared on X, previously known as Twitter, Saikia praised the team for their outstanding execution and encouraged the players to sustain their momentum in the upcoming ODI series in Australia.

"Congratulations to the Indian Women's Team for a dominant 2-1 T20I series victory against strong contenders Australia. India showcased a clinical approach and have set a perfect tone for the multi-format series in Australia. Looking forward to the ODIs next. Keep up the excellent work!" Saikia stated in his post.

India had secured victory in the first T20I but faced defeat in the second encounter held in Canberra.

On Saturday, India began with a steadier pace, as Shafali Verma (7 off 6) and Mandhana (82 off 55) initiated a brisk start. However, the former was quickly dismissed as Australian bowlers asserted their presence.

Mandhana and Rodrigues (59 off 46) then formed a formidable partnership, contributing 121 runs and putting India ahead. Although the vice-captain fell just short of a century by 18 runs, Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh ensured that the batting order remained stable.

Australia's chase stumbled from the outset when Beth Mooney (6) was dismissed early, with Renuka Thakur taking her wicket in the second over. Another significant breakthrough occurred in the third over when Shreyanka Patil dismissed Georgia Voll with a spectacular catch by Renuka Singh.

Phoebe Litchfield (26) and Ashleigh Gardner (57) then joined forces to mount a robust challenge. Gardner's performance was a highlight of Australia's chase, as she struck five boundaries and a six, keeping the required run rate under control.

However, wickets fell at crucial times, with Shreyanka Patil and Shree Charani claiming key wickets, including that of skipper Sophie Molineux (6), who was dismissed lbw.