Women’s Asia Cup 2024 Match Report: Sri Lanka Women vs Malaysia Women
In a dominant display at the Women’s Asia Cup 2024, Sri Lanka Women crushed Malaysia Women by 144 runs in the 7th match of Group B in Dambulla on July 22, 2024. The match showcased Sri Lanka’s formidable batting and bowling, securing them a convincing victory.
Sri Lanka’s captain, Chamari Athapaththu, was the star of the match, playing a sensational innings of 119 not out off 69 balls. Her explosive performance included 14 fours and 7 sixes, setting the tone for Sri Lanka’s commanding total of 184/4 in their allotted 20 overs. This remarkable innings earned her the Player of the Match award.
Sri Lanka’s innings started shakily with Vishmi Gunaratne being dismissed for just 1 run. However, Athapaththu steadied the ship with support from Harshitha Samarawickrama, who scored 26 off 23 balls. Anushka Sanjeewani contributed a solid 31 off 24 balls, ensuring that Sri Lanka set a challenging target for Malaysia. Despite losing two wickets in the last two balls of their innings, Sri Lanka Women finished with an impressive 184/4.
Malaysia Women’s chase never gained momentum. They were bowled out for a paltry 40 runs in 19.5 overs. The top scorer for Malaysia was Elsa Hunter with 10 runs. The rest of the batting lineup failed to make significant contributions, with most players struggling to get into double figures. Sri Lanka’s bowlers were relentless, with Shashini Gimhani leading the attack, taking 3 wickets for just 9 runs. Kavisha Dilhari and Kawya Kavindi also shone with the ball, claiming 2 wickets each.
Sri Lanka’s bowlers were in top form, exploiting the conditions perfectly. Kavindi’s figures of 2/7 in 3.5 overs and Dilhari’s 2/4 in 3 overs were instrumental in dismantling Malaysia’s batting lineup. Sachini Nisansala also delivered a notable performance, conceding only 4 runs in her 4 overs and taking 1 wicket.
Women’s Asia Cup 2024 Match Report: Thailand Women vs Bangladesh Women
In the 8th match of Group B at the Asia Cup 2024, Bangladesh Women triumphed over Thailand Women by 7 wickets, with 15 balls remaining, in Dambulla on July 22, 2024. The victory was largely due to a stellar performance by Rabeya Khan, who was named Player of the Match for her impressive bowling figures of 4/14.
Thailand Women struggled to build momentum in their innings, finishing with 96/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Nattaya Boochatham was the top scorer, anchoring the innings with a steady 40 off 41 balls. Despite her efforts, Thailand’s batting lineup faltered under the pressure exerted by Bangladesh’s bowlers. Aphisara Suwanchonrathi and Nannapat Koncharoenkai were dismissed cheaply by Rabeya Khan, who dismantled the top order with her incisive bowling.
Rabeya Khan’s spell was a highlight of the Asia Cup 2024 match report, as she claimed four crucial wickets. Other notable contributions came from Ritu Moni, who took 2/10, and Sabikun Nahar Jesmin, who added 2/28. Thailand’s batters found it difficult to score freely, with only Suleeporn Laomi (17 off 13) providing some resistance lower down the order. The lack of substantial partnerships hindered Thailand’s progress, culminating in a modest total that appeared insufficient for a competitive contest.
In response, Bangladesh Women chased down the target of 97 with relative ease, reaching 100/3 in 17.3 overs. Dilara Akter provided a brisk start, scoring 17 off 11 balls before being run out by Kanoh. Murshida Khatun was the anchor of the innings, crafting a patient and composed 50 off 55 balls, laced with 8 boundaries. Her innings was pivotal in ensuring a smooth chase for Bangladesh, as highlighted in the Asia Cup 2024 match report.
Ishma Tanjim (16 off 22) and Ritu Moni (9* off 10) contributed valuable runs to guide Bangladesh to victory. The only bowler to make an impact for Thailand was Thipatcha Putthawong, who took 1/18 in her 4 overs. However, the lack of support from the other bowlers allowed Bangladesh to comfortably chase down the target.
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