Indian U19 team lifts inaugural T20 Asia Cup Title

By NKTV Digital Last updated Dec 22, 2024

India team members celebrate their team's win over Bangladesh during the final of the ACC Women's U19 Asia Cup 2024 between India U19 and Bangladesh U19 at the Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on December 22, 2024. Photo by Pankaj Nangia / CREIMAS for Asian Cricket Council

In Women’s Cricket, India clinched the inaugural Under-19 ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup title at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, after defeating Bangladesh by 41 runs in the final.

Chasing a target of 118, Bangladesh were bowled out for a modest 76 runs in just 18.3 overs. For India, Aayyushi Shukla claimed three wickets, while Parunika Sisodia and Sonam Yadav took two wickets each.

Earlier, India, batting first, scored 117 for seven in their allotted 20 overs. Gongadi Trisha was the top scorer with a solid 52 runs off 47 balls. For Bangladesh, Farjana Easmin shone with the ball, picking up four wickets.

The tournament, which began on 15th December, featured six of the best teams from the continent vying for the title. India, led by Niki Prasad, remained unbeaten throughout the competition.