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In a commanding display, India registered an emphatic 82-run win against Sri Lanka on Wednesday (October 9) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The victory propelled India to second place in the Group A standings, having won two of their three matches in the tournament so far.
After winning the toss, India opted to bat first on a challenging pitch and posted a competitive total of 172/3 in their allotted 20 overs. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur led from the front with a brisk 50, while vice-captain Smriti Mandhana anchored the innings with an unbeaten 52*. Opener Shafali Verma contributed a steady 43 off 40 balls, laying the foundation for India’s solid total.
India Crush Sri Lanka by 82 Runs in T20 World Cup, Mandhana’s Stunning Catch Steals Show
Sri Lanka’s response faltered from the start as they collapsed to 6/3 within the first 2.2 overs. India’s bowlers, Arundhati Reddy (3/19) and Asha Sobhana (3/19), were relentless, taking crucial wickets during the middle overs. The Sri Lankan batters could not recover, and the team was bundled out for just 90 runs.
Off-spinner Deepti Sharma sealed the victory for India by taking the final wicket on the penultimate ball of the match, with Smriti Mandhana making a stunning running catch at mid-off after a brief fumble.
This comprehensive win further strengthens India’s chances of advancing in the tournament, showcasing their all-round dominance.
