Chhattisgarh’s women’s cricket team continued their impressive start to the 2025 Senior Women’s T20 Invitational by securing a second straight win, defeating Tamil Nadu by 32 runs in Raipur. The victory underscores Chhattisgarh’s growing dominance in domestic women’s cricket and highlights the depth and balance of their squad.
Electing to bat first, Chhattisgarh set a challenging target of 158/5 in their allotted 20 overs. Captain Aishwarya Singh led from the front with a composed 45, providing stability at the top and guiding the innings through the early overs. Her innings combined patience with aggression, rotating strike efficiently while punishing loose deliveries. Kriti Gupta followed with a quick 34, accelerating the scoring rate and ensuring momentum heading into the final overs. Tarannum Pathan contributed a valuable 28 runs, giving Chhattisgarh a solid platform to defend.
In response, Tamil Nadu showed resilience but could not sustain partnerships, finishing at 126/8. Sowmya Iyer top-scored with 40, anchoring her side’s innings, but wickets fell at regular intervals as the Chhattisgarh bowlers applied pressure consistently. Key dismissals in the middle overs prevented Tamil Nadu from building any serious momentum, while the late surge fell short of the target.
The Chhattisgarh bowling attack was led by Priti Yadav, who claimed three wickets for just 21 runs. Her incisive spells in the middle overs broke critical partnerships and curtailed scoring opportunities. Support from Mahak Narwase and Anjali Thakur, who took two wickets each, ensured Tamil Nadu’s batting lineup remained under pressure throughout. The bowlers’ combined efforts demonstrated the team’s tactical discipline and ability to execute plans under pressure.
This victory represents Chhattisgarh’s second consecutive win in the tournament, following their opening-day triumph over Madhya Pradesh. With six teams participating, including Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Vidarbha, Jharkhand, and Bengal, the Senior Women’s T20 Invitational provides a crucial platform for domestic players to showcase their talent and make a case for higher honors. For Chhattisgarh, the tournament has so far highlighted the effectiveness of their experienced players combined with promising young talent.
Chhattisgarh’s early dominance positions them strongly on the points table and sets them up as serious contenders for the final. Their balanced approach, with contributions from both batters and bowlers, has been instrumental in creating momentum. Maintaining consistency in performance will be key as they prepare for their remaining fixtures, while also managing workload and adapting to different pitch conditions across venues.
Overall, Chhattisgarh’s back-to-back victories not only demonstrate their skill and preparation but also signal the rise of a competitive and confident unit in women’s domestic cricket. Their ability to combine tactical acumen with individual brilliance will be crucial as the tournament progresses, and their performances will likely influence team selection and strategies in the upcoming domestic seasons.
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