Bengal women's cricket team he wrote his name in the history of cricket with his best performance in the game Senior Women's Trophy 2024. On December 23, 2024, at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, Bengal successfully chased Women's List A cricket, chasing a daunting target of 390 runs. Haryana. This incredible win not only secured their place in the semi-finals but was also a milestone in the history of Women's Cricket.
Chasing the history of Bengal
In an exciting encounter, the Bengal players showed their batting skills and courage. The previous record for the most runs was held by the Northern Districts, who made 309 runs against Canterbury in new Zealand home games in 2019. Around the world, Sri Lanka he set a record earlier this year by scoring 305 runs against South Africa. Bengal's success in surpassing these records by reaching 390 runs is a testament to their talent and determination.
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Great players from the amazing game
Bengal's greatest singer was Tanusree Sarkarwho was named “Player of the Match” for his blast of 113 runs off just 83 balls, which included an impressive boundary of 20. His knock was crucial in guiding Bengal to victory with five balls to spare. The chase began with the openers Dhara Gujjar and Sathi Mondal to establish a solid foundation, scoring 69 and 52 runs respectively. Their fast-paced partnership laid the foundation for what would become a historic chase.
Haryana, who batted first, set a daunting target of 389 runs for the loss of five wickets. Shafali Verma he was the star for Haryana, scoring an incredible 197 runs off 115 balls, which included 22 fours and 11 sixes. Despite his impressive performance, which was his second century in the tournament, it fell short as Bengal's batting line-up was at its best.
A landmark moment in women's cricket
This incredible win is not only a win for Bengal but also a defining moment for women's cricket as a whole. It also highlights the growth of competition and talent in women's cricket, showing that they can achieve records that were once thought impossible. The match scored a total of 779 runs between both teams, marking the highest score of the match.
The Principal of Bengal, Probal DuttaHe was very proud of his team's performance. He emphasized the need to remain calm and have faith during times of great crisis like this. Jhulan Goswamithe team's advisor, agreed with this opinion by appreciating the players' attitude and their ability to chase such a big target.
With this huge win, the Bengal women's team not only advanced to the semi-finals but also set a new benchmark for future generations in women's cricket. Their success is expected to encourage young cricketers to come through India and go on to achieve their dreams on the cricket field. As they prepare for the next round of the tournament, all eyes will be on Bengal to see if they can continue their incredible run and defend the title.
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This article was originally published on WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.