India secures first win of Women’s T20 World Cup by defeating Pakistan

India achieved the target of 106 runs for the loss of four wickets with seven balls remaining

India secures first win of Women’s T20 World Cup by defeating Pakistan
India secures first win of Women’s T20 World Cup by defeating Pakistan

The Indian cricket team secured a dominant victory over the Pakistan cricket team on Sunday, October 6, in the seventh match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024.

It was Pakistan’s first defeat. This win is for sure special and most wanted for India, as it is their first victory in the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup.

After winning the toss, Pakistan decided to bat first. India achieved the target of 106 runs for the loss of four wickets with seven balls remaining.

India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur played a crucial role in the victory and scored 29 off 24 balls.

Meanwhile, opening batter Shafali Verma top-scored with a 35-ball 32.

Captain Fatima Sana was the most successful bowler for Pakistan, bagging two wickets for 23 runs in her four overs.

Now, according to the points table, the Pakistan team is in the third place, while New Zealand is in the first and Australia is in the second place. 

The green shirts will now face Australia on Friday, October 11.