India defeated Bangladesh by five wickets in a crucial ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Group A clash, boosting their chances of reaching the semi‑finals. Chasing a modest target, India’s top order provided a steady start before middle‑order contributions sealed the victory with overs to spare.
Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma gave India momentum early on, while Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership ensured composure during the chase. Bangladesh bowlers fought hard, but India’s batting depth proved decisive. Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil also impressed with disciplined bowling spells that restricted Bangladesh’s scoring opportunities.
The win strengthens India’s position in Group A, keeping them firmly in contention for a semi‑final berth. Bangladesh, despite flashes of resistance, now face an uphill battle to qualify, with their campaign hinging on upcoming fixtures.
