Both India and the West Indies would like to start their campaigns on a positive note. To increase their chances of easily qualifying for the group rounds. The weather conditions for today’s match, according to AccuWeather, said that there will be a 2-hour interruption with thunderstorms on the cards at around 1:30 PM IST. The juniors solidly started the campaign at the Bayeumas Oval in Kuala Lumpur.
After winning the toss and choosing to bowl first, India U19 delivered an outstanding all-round effort. Indian bowlers dismissed the West Indies batter for 44. To set up a commanding nine-wicket win in the women’s U-19 World Cup here on Sunday. Kicking off their championship defense on a high note. Aayushi Shukla and Parunika Sisodia, India’s spin combo, tightened their hold even further, with the latter taking three wickets.
VJ Joshitha dominated the West Indies batters, dismissing the Caribbeans in just 13.2 overs. India’s fielding was also excellent, with three run-outs adding to the West Indies’ defeat. Chasing a small total of 45, India breezed through the mark in just 4.2 overs, with nine wickets in hand. The triumph followed impressive performances in their warm-up games against South Africa and Scotland.
The Dawn of a New Dynasty
Kenika Cassar top-scored for the West Indies with a 29-ball 15, while opener Asabi Callender added 12. All of the remaining West Indian batters could only manage single-digit scores, with five of them failing to open their account. India U19 Women chased down the target of 45 in just 4.2 overs, reaching 47 for 1 after opener Trisha G was out for 4 on the second ball off Jahzara Claxton.
Wicketkeeper batter, G Kamalini and Sanika Chalke led India to an easy victory. India’s next group encounter is on Tuesday against hosts Malaysia. Sri Lanka is the other squad in Group A. The top three teams from each of the four groups will advance to the Super Six stage, with the three teams from Groups A, B, C, and D combining to form one Super Six group.
