U19 WC: Trisha's Stellar Performance Leads India to 150-Run Victory Against Scotland
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Synopsis
Kuala Lumpur, Jan 28 (NationPress) Trisha Gongadi made headlines with her maiden century as India secured a convincing 150-run win over Scotland during the Super Six stage of the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup at Bayuemas Oval.
Key Takeaways
- Trisha Gongadi scored her first century.
- India posted 207 runs, the highest score in this tournament.
- Trisha took three wickets while conceding only six runs.
- Aayushi Shukla took four wickets in three overs.
- India won by 150 runs.
Kuala Lumpur, Jan 28 (NationPress) Trisha Gongadi achieved her first century as India defeated Scotland by 150 runs in the Super Six match of the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup at the Bayuemas Oval on Tuesday.
Trisha delivered a stunning performance with an unbeaten 110 runs off just 59 balls, making her the first player to hit a century in the U19 Women's T20 World Cup. By achieving this milestone, the 19-year-old has also become the tournament's leading scorer, totaling 230 runs across five matches.
Alongside Sanika Chalke, Trisha propelled India to a remarkable total of 207/1, marking the highest score of this tournament and the second-highest in the tournament's history.
In addition to her batting excellence, Trisha also impressed with the ball, taking three wickets while conceding only six runs in two overs. She was awarded the Player of the Match. Aayushi Shukla also contributed significantly, securing four wickets in her three overs, leading to Scotland's total collapse at 58 runs in just 14 overs, sealing the victory by 150 runs.
Scotland won the toss and opted to field, a decision they quickly regretted as India’s openers, Kamalini G and Trisha, unleashed a flurry of boundaries, pushing India to 67/0 at the end of the powerplay.
Their aggressive batting continued, bringing India to 104/0 by the tenth over. Kamalini stylishly reached her fifty with a boundary before Scotland managed to secure their first wicket through Macie Maceira.
The Indian opening duo set a new record for the highest partnership in this World Cup with 147 runs, and Trisha made history by scoring the first-ever century in the tournament, leading India to a commanding total of 207/1.
Earlier, South Africa topped their group after their match against the USA in Sarawak was canceled due to rain. Meanwhile, Bangladesh ended their campaign on a positive note, achieving a decisive 10-wicket victory over the West Indies.
