India Extends Dominance Over Pakistan

The Indian women’s cricket team continued their dominance over Pakistan with a commanding 88-run victory in the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 at Colombo on Sunday. With this win, India has now triumphed in 12 consecutive ODIs against Pakistan.

Strong Batting Performance Sets the Tone

Captain Harmanpreet Kaur led from the front, scoring 247/10 in 50 overs. Key contributions came from Harleen Deol (46) and Richa Ghosh, who remained unbeaten on 35 off 20 balls, helping India post a competitive total. Jemimah Rodrigues (32) and Deepti Sharma steadied the innings with a vital middle-order partnership. Openers Smriti Mandhana (23) and Pratika Rawal (31) provided India with a solid 48-run foundation.

Pakistan Collapses Under Indian Bowling Attack

Pakistan’s innings crumbled after Sidra Ameen was run out for 34, with the team all out for 159 in 43 overs. Sidra’s earlier 81 off 103 balls was the lone highlight, while Natalia Pervez scored 33 not out in a valiant effort. Indian bowlers dominated, with Kranti Gaur earning Player of the Match for her 3/20 in 10 overs. Deepti Sharma also took 3 wickets and Sneh Rana claimed 2, while Diana Baig (4 wickets) and captain Fatima Sana (2 wickets) led Pakistan’s middle-order collapse.

External Challenges Add to Pressure

An unexpected insect swarm briefly halted the match, adding to Pakistan’s challenges as they struggled against India’s disciplined bowling attack.

India Maintains Perfect ODI Record

With this win, India continues its flawless ODI record against Pakistan, having now won all 12 encounters. Even after securing their second World Cup title, Harmanpreet Kaur and her team remain focused on extending their unbeaten streak in the tournament.

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