In a dominant display of cricket, India’s women’s team secured the T20 series against Sri Lanka by taking a 3-0 lead, thanks to an extraordinary unbeaten 79 from Shafali Verma in the third T20I. The Indian bowlers, led by Renuka Singh Thakur’s brilliant 4-21 and Deepti Sharma’s 3-18, had earlier bundled out Sri Lanka for 112.
Verma’s explosive batting display was the cornerstone of India’s chase. She attacked the Sri Lankan bowlers from the outset, peppering the boundary with 11 fours and 3 sixes in her rapid 42-ball innings. Her fearless strokeplay and quick scoring ensured India comfortably chased down the target with 13.2 overs on the clock.
Even after the early dismissal of Smriti Mandhana, Verma took charge, supported by a composed 21 not out from captain Harmanpreet Kaur. This victory marks another significant series win for India against Sri Lanka, further emphasizing their strength in the T20 format. The team’s consistent winning streak in series highlights their exceptional form and tactical acumen in recent times.