Batting first, India posted an imposing 292\/4 in 20 overs. Captain Deepika TC B3 led from the front with a blazing 91 off 58 balls, while Phula Saren B3 added a rapid-fire 54 not out off 22 balls. Contributions from Anekha Devi B2 (14), Anu Kumari B1 (14), and Kavya V B1 (12 not out) kept the scoreboard moving. With 52 extras and a 26-run penalty in India\u2019s favour, the total became unassailable.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Australia, chasing 293, folded for 57 in 19.3 overs. Despite Chanakan Buakhao\u2019s fighting 40 not out, India\u2019s bowlers and fielders proved too strong \u2014 seven run-outs and disciplined bowling sealed the win. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Deepika TC B3 was named Player of the Match for her allround excellence and leadership.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Earlier, the day began with a high-energy clash between Team Nepal \u2014 one of the oldest and most experienced sides in women\u2019s blind cricket \u2014 and Sri Lanka Women, making their World Cup debut.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sri Lanka, opting to bat first, posted 87\/8 in 20 overs, with B3 Mihirani Dulanjali contributing 23 runs. Nepal\u2019s bowlers were clinical \u2014 Kanti Yogi led the attack with 3 wickets for 21 runs, while Binita Pun picked up 1 for 11, maintaining tight control throughout.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Earlier, the day began with a high-energy clash between Team Nepal \u2014 one of the oldest and most experienced sides in women\u2019s blind cricket \u2014 and Sri Lanka Women, making their World Cup debut.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mankeshi Chaudhary was declared Player of the Match for her explosive batting.<\/p>\r\n\r\n