India secured a commanding victory against Bangladesh in the third T20I, sealing the series with an unassailable 3-0 lead at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. The match saw stellar performances from Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma, who guided India to a comprehensive win.
In the third T20I clash, Bangladesh showed some improvement in their batting compared to the previous matches. Opener Dilara Akter’s aggressive knock of 39 off 27 balls propelled the hosts, but they struggled to build partnerships and ended with a below-par total of 117 runs.
India’s bowling unit, led by Radha Yadav’s impressive figures of 2/22, kept the pressure on Bangladesh throughout the innings. Other bowlers like Renuka Singh Thakur, Pooja Vastrakar, and Shreyanka Patil contributed with crucial wickets, restricting the opposition’s scoring opportunities.
How Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma guided
Chasing a modest target, Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma displayed exemplary batting prowess. The duo formed a solid partnership, with Shafali’s aggressive innings of 51 off 38 balls setting the tone for India’s victory. Mandhana’s contribution of 47 runs further bolstered India’s chase, ensuring a comfortable win.
India’s captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, praised Shafali Verma’s match-winning performance, emphasizing her reliability in delivering runs during the powerplay. Kaur also commended the team’s bowling effort, particularly highlighting Deepti Sharma’s economical spell and crucial fielding contributions.
With the series already decided, India may use the remaining matches to test their bench strength ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup. The coaching staff’s calm demeanor and clear communication have been instrumental in guiding the team to success, as India looks to maintain its dominance in the series against Bangladesh.
