ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Shafali powers India to five-wicket win over Bangladesh
Shafali Verma led India to a five-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with a dominant 53-run performance. Despite the win, the team's fielding remains a significant concern after dropping multiple catches during the match.
Why it matters
The victory keeps India's tournament hopes alive, though their defensive performance highlights a critical area for improvement ahead of a crucial match against Australia.
Shafali Verma bludgeoned the Bangladesh attack with a 34-ball 53 to set up a five-wicket win for India in the Women s T20 World Cup in Manchester on Thursday (June 25, 2026), notwithstanding another poor fielding effort from her team.
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