The tri-series currently under play has Sri Lanka and South Africa in the mix. The Indian women got off to a fine start with a win over Sri Lanka, followed by a thrilling 15-run triumph over South Africa, where one thought they would be down and out!
Sneh Rana provided the match-winning performance, with five wickets, including three in one over, which turned the match in India’s favor. In doing so, she became the first Indian woman ever to have a five-wicket haul against the South African women. The closest before her was Deepa Marathe, who had done so with four wickets against South Africa way back in 2005. Asha Sobhana had also taken four wickets in 2024, Jhulan Goswami and Poonam Yadav had each taken four wickets against South Africa in different matches of 2018.
Best bowling figures for Indian women against South Africa:
| Player | Figures | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sneh Rana | 5/43 | Colombo | 2025 |
| Deepa Marathe | 4/1 | Pretoria | 2005 |
| Asha Sobhana | 4/21 | Bengaluru | 2024 |
| Jhulan Goswami | 4/24 | Kimberley | 2018 |
| Poonam Yadav | 4/24 | Kimberley | 2018 |
India first batted, scoring 276. All batters contributed, with young Pratika Rawal leading with 78 runs. South Africa looked on course with a roaring 140-run opening partnership and at one stage were comfortably placed on 240-4. However, Sneh Rana held her composure to dismiss Tazmin Brits, ultimately ensuring India’s incredible victory.
