The Indian U19 Women’s Cricket Team emerged victorious in the U19 Women’s Asia Cup 2024, defeating Bangladesh by 41 runs in the final held on December 22, 2024, at the Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This win marks a significant achievement for India, as they become the champions of the first-ever U19 Women’s Asia Cup.
Match Highlights
India’s Batting: Gongadi Trisha Shines
- India batted first after losing the toss, posting a total of 117/7 in 20 overs.
- Gongadi Trisha, the backbone of India’s innings, scored a brilliant 52 off 47 balls, including 5 fours and 2 sixes.
- Mithila Vinod contributed a vital 17 runs in just 12 balls, adding late momentum to the innings.
- Bangladesh’s star bowler Farjana Easmin delivered exceptional figures of 4/31, troubling the Indian lineup with her pace.
Bangladesh’s Chase: Indian Bowlers Dominate
Bangladesh struggled in their chase, getting bowled out for just 76 runs in 18.3 overs.
- Aayushi Shukla, the tournament’s leading wicket-taker, delivered a match-winning performance with figures of 3.3-0-17-3.
- Spinners Sonam Yadav and Parunika Sisodia bagged two wickets each, further tightening the grip on Bangladesh.
- Bangladesh lost their last 7 wickets for 21 runs in 40 balls, crumbling under pressure.
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Performances
| Category | Player | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Player of the Match | Gongadi Trisha | 52 runs (47 balls) |
| Top Wicket-Taker (Final) | Aayushi Shukla | 3 wickets for 17 runs |
| Best Bowling (Bangladesh) | Farjana Easmin | 4 wickets for 31 runs |
| Player of the Series | Gongadi Trisha | 159 runs in 5 matches |
Road to Victory
India’s journey to the title was marked by stellar performances throughout the tournament:
- Group Stage: India defeated Pakistan by 9 wickets; match against Nepal produced no result.
- Super 8: India secured an 8-wicket win over Bangladesh.
- Super 4: India beat Sri Lanka by 4 wickets to book their place in the final.
Bangladesh also had a commendable run, with victories over Sri Lanka and Malaysia, but fell short in the final.
Historic Moment for Indian Women’s Cricket
This victory is a proud moment for Indian cricket, reflecting the talent and grit of the country’s young women cricketers. The triumph sets a positive tone for the upcoming U19 Women’s World Cup 2025, where India aims to build on this momentum.
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Broadcasting Details
For fans who missed the live action, the match was telecast on Sony Sports Network and streamed on Sony LIV from 7:00 AM IST.
