India’s U-19 women’s cricket team has again captured the spotlight and the World Cup trophy. This marks their legacy in the annals of cricket history, as India claims the title. On February 2, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur, the team showcased an unbeatable form, cruising through the tournament without a single loss and concluding with a spectacular win against South Africa in the finals.
The journey to the top was spearheaded by captain Niki Prasad, whose leadership and vision of dominance were clear from the onset. Prasad, who had the bitter experience of missing out on the previous U-19 World Cup squad, stepped onto the field with something to prove. Under her captaincy, the team aimed to win and continue India’s dominance in the sport by consistently staying on top.
Trisha’s Performance
Trisha’s performance was inspirational, reflecting her dedication and the support from her father, who was present in the audience. Her journey from playing in the middle order in the previous tournament to opening and topping the run charts this time underscores her adaptability and growth as a player.
Vaishnavi Sharma, Aayushi Shukla, and Parunika Sisodia’s spin trio played a pivotal role, with Sharma as the top wicket-taker. Their camaraderie and mutual understanding were evident as they operated like a well-oiled machine, contributing significantly to the team’s overall success.
As the team celebrated, the sentiment of never looking back and aiming for continuous success resonated among the players. The legacy of winning ICC trophies that captain Niki Prasad spoke of seems well within reach, as this young squad shows no signs of slowing down.
With the World Cup trophy lifted high, the India U-19 women’s cricket team has won a tournament and set a precedent for excellence and resilience. Inspiring a generation of young cricketers nationwide. As they return home, their victory is celebrated by millions. Their journey of dominance in women’s cricket looks to be just beginning.
India’s U-19 Women Dominate with Spin to Win World Cup
India’s U-19 women’s team clinched their second consecutive ICC Under-19 T20 World Cup title. By doing a masterful display of spin bowling and batting prowess in Kuala Lumpur. The team’s spin quartets are Aayushi Shukla, G Trisha, Vaishnavi Sharma, and Parunika Sisodia. They took nine wickets combined, stifling the South African team and holding them to 82 runs.
The match began with South Africa’s captain, Kayla Reyneke, choosing to bat first. Despite a strong start by opener Jemma Botha, India quickly regained control. Parunika Sisodia delivered a crucial blow in the second over, removing Simone Lourens for a duck with a tricky delivery. The pressure continued with Shabnam Shakil’s entry in the fourth over. This led to Botha’s dismissal by a spectacular catch by wicketkeeper G Kamalini.
India’s spinners tightened their grip in the middle overs, allowing no boundaries between overs seven and 14. The South African team’s resistance briefly flickered. With Mieke van Voorst hitting a few boundaries, India’s bowlers quickly quashed any hopes of a comeback.
Final Match Story
In the final overs, South Africa collapsed, losing five wickets in just 14 balls, ending their innings at 82 all out. India’s fielding was nearly flawless, missing only one tough catch.
Chasing the modest target, India started aggressively, with Trisha scoring quickly. Despite losing Kamalini early, the batting side maintained their pace. Sanika Chalke joined Trisha to knock off the required runs swiftly. Trisha, who ended the tournament as the top scorer with 309 runs, was deservedly named Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament. Her performance exemplified her skill and highlighted the strength and future promise of India’s U-19 women’s cricket team.
