India beat Thailand by 94 runs in Women’s T20 Asia Cup opener

Shafali Verma's belligerent 64 set the tone before Deepti Sharma's record-breaking three-wicket burst without conceding a run powered India to a thumping 94-run win over Thailand in their Women's T20 Asia Cup opener.

Shafali Verma's belligerent 64 set the tone before Deepti Sharma's record-breaking three-wicket burst without conceding a run powered India to a thumping 94-run win over Thailand in their Women's T20...

India kicked off their Women's T20 Asia Cup with an impressive 94-run triumph against Thailand. Shafali Verma ignited the innings with her electrifying batting, laying a robust foundation for the team. The bowlers showcased their prowess, limiting Thailand to a modest score. Highlighting the match, Deepti Sharma reached a remarkable milestone, claiming the title of leading wicket-taker in women's T20I history, ensuring a triumphant start to the tournament for India.

India kicked off their Women's T20 Asia Cup with an impressive 94-run triumph against Thailand. Shafali Verma ignited the innings with her electrifying batting, laying a robust foundation for the team. The bowlers showcased their prowess, limiting Thailand to a modest score. Highlighting the match, Deepti Sharma reached a remarkable milestone, claiming the title of leading wicket-taker in women's T20I history, ensuring a triumphant start to the tournament for India.

India began their Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026 campaign in dominant fashion, beating Thailand by 94 runs in Dubai. After posting 159/9 in 20 overs, India bowled Thailand out for just 65 in 15.3 overs.Shafali Verma was the star with the bat, smashing 64 off 36 balls with eight fours and three sixes. She gave India a flying start after Smriti Mandhana was run out for 19 off 10 balls. Mandhana had looked in excellent touch and hit four boundaries before a direct hit at the non-striker's end ended her innings.Making her T20I debut, Pratika Rawal scored 22 off 18 balls, while Bharti Fulmali added 13. Harmanpreet Kaur made five, while Richa Ghosh was dismissed for a duck. Kranti Gaud provided a late boost with an unbeaten 15 off eight balls, helping India reach 159/9.Thailand struggled badly in the chase. Nannapat Koncharoenkai top-scored with 40 off 46 balls, but lacked support from the other end as wickets fell regularly. Phannita Maya made six, while Suththiruang scored five, but Thailand could manage only 65 runs.Shafali Verma Smashes 50 Off 26 Balls As India Make Flying Start Against Thailand In Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026The final wicket was that of Nannapat, who was dismissed by Deepti Sharma, completing Thailand's collapse. India therefore secured a comfortable 94-run victory to start their Asia Cup campaign on a winning note.The victory gives India a strong start ahead of their much-awaited Pakistan clash in the tournament.

Shafali Verma smashed a quickfire half-century off just 26 balls as India Women's made an aggressive start against Thailand Women's in their opening match of the Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026 in Dubai.Shafali took the attack to the Thailand bowlers from the beginning and raced to her fifty with a series of attacking shots with 7 fours and 3 sixes. Her explosive batting has put India in a strong position after Thailand chose to bowl first.What a start this from #TeamIndia! Shafali Verma begins #WomensAsiaCup 2026 with a stylish fifty! Updates ▶️ https://t.co/Tgf2CJnHta #INDvTHAI pic.twitter.com/yMwrcjK02G— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) August 30, 2026 India lost Smriti Mandhana for 19 off 10 balls earlier in the innings after she was run out following a direct hit from the boundary. Mandhana had started brilliantly, hitting four boundaries before her dismissal.With Mandhana back in the pavilion, Pratika Rawal, making her T20I debut, joined Shafali at the crease. Rawal has also played positively, helping India maintain a high scoring rate. India managed to cross 100-runs in the first 10 overs of the game after the dismissal of debutant Pratika as well.VIDEO: Smriti Mandhana Run Out For 19 After Stunning Start, Misses Chance To Break Mithali Raj's Record In Asia Cup OpenerThailand had won the toss and elected to bowl first, with stand-in captain Thipatcha Putthawong saying her side wanted to restrict India to around 170. India are looking to begin their Asia Cup campaign with a strong win before their much-anticipated clash against Pakistan on September 5.