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India vs Pakistan 2025: A Commanding 88-Run Win & What It Means

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India vs Pakistan Women’s World Cup 2025

When it comes to India vs Pakistan Women’s World Cup 2025, this thrilling clash was more than a cricket match; it was a statement of dominance. Team India delivered a powerful performance and secured a commanding 88-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan. From explosive batting to disciplined bowling, the Indian women left no stone unturned in proving why they are among the top contenders in this World Cup.

India Women’s Scorecard – 247 (10 wkts, 50 ov)

BattingRunsBalls4s6s
Pratika Rawal313750
Smriti Mandhana233240
Harleen Deol466541
Harmanpreet Kaur (c)193420
Jemimah Rodrigues323750
Deepti Sharma253310
Sneh Rana203320
Richa Ghosh (wk)*352032
Nallapureddy Charani1500
Kranti Goud8420
Renuka Singh0100

Bowling Figures

  • Sadia Iqbal – 10 ov, 47 runs, 2 wkts
  • Diana Baig – 10 ov, 69 runs, 4 wkts
  • Fatima Sana © – 10 ov, 38 runs, 2 wkts
  • Rameen Shamim – 10 ov, 39 runs, 1 wkt
  • Nashra Sandhu – 10 ov, 52 runs, 1 wkt

After Pakistan won the toss and chose to bowl, India faced early trouble. The top order struggled to find rhythm on a tricky pitch. However, Harleen Deol played a responsible knock, anchoring the innings with 46 runs. Her calm presence at the crease brought stability when it was needed the most.

Meanwhile, Jemimah Rodrigues and Pratika Rawal supported the innings with crucial partnerships, rotating the strike smartly. Even though wickets fell at regular intervals, India refused to back down. Then came Richa Ghosh, who completely changed the momentum. Her aggressive 35 off 20 balls* in the final overs pushed India to a respectable total of 247 runs. With every boundary, she reignited belief in the dressing room.

Pakistan Women’s Scorecard – 159 (10 wkts, 43 ov)

BattingRunsBalls4s6s
Muneeba Ali21200
Sadaf Shams62400
Sidra Ameen8110691
Aliya Riaz2800
Natalia Pervaiz334640
Fatima Sana (c)21500
Sidra Nawaz (wk)142210
Rameen Shamim0100
Diana Baig91310
Nashra Sandhu*2900
Sadia Iqbal0200

Bowling Figures

  • Kranti Goud – 10 ov, 20 runs, 3 wkts
  • Sneh Rana – 8 ov, 38 runs, 2 wkts
  • Deepti Sharma – 9 ov, 45 runs, 3 wkts

In reply, Pakistan’s innings started on shaky ground. They lost three wickets within the first eight overs, which immediately put them under immense pressure. India’s bowlers maintained tight lines and never allowed Pakistan to settle.

Despite that, Sidra Amin showed tremendous grit. She scored a fighting 81 off 106 balls, keeping Pakistan’s hopes alive for a while. Natalia Pervaiz added 33 runs and built a small partnership, but India’s bowlers struck back whenever Pakistan looked comfortable.

The turning point came when Kranti Gaud dismissed Sidra Amin with a clever delivery. From there, Pakistan’s lower order collapsed. Kranti’s spell of 3 for 20 and Deepti Sharma’s crucial 3 for 45 ensured Pakistan never recovered. Shree Charani also chipped in with two important wickets, sealing the win as Pakistan were bowled out for 159.

With this result, India extended their dominance over Pakistan in women’s ODIs, making it 12 wins in 12 matches. This streak highlights not just India’s technical superiority but also its mental strength in high-pressure encounters. Every time these two teams meet, emotions run high, and once again, India handled the pressure better.

Moreover, this win significantly boosts India’s confidence going forward in the tournament. Their teamwork and adaptability on the field showcased a perfect blend of aggression and composure.

This emphatic win sends a strong message to every other team in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. India has both the depth and discipline to handle any situation. Their middle order has found its rhythm, and the bowling unit looks sharp and confident.

On the other hand, Pakistan must regroup quickly. Their bowlers performed decently, but their batting lineup struggled to absorb pressure. To stay competitive in the tournament, Pakistan needs consistency and better partnerships in the top order.

In conclusion, the India vs Pakistan Women’s World Cup 2025 clash was a showcase of skill, spirit, and strategy. India not only secured a crucial victory but also reinforced their status as a world-class side. As the tournament progresses, this dominant win will inspire them to aim higher and keep their winning streak alive.

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