Central Zone delivered a strong all-round performance to secure a 40-run victory over East Zone in the ongoing Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy, held at the Nagaland Cricket Stadium, Sovima.
The win was powered by a solid batting foundation and a standout bowling effort from Vaishnavi
Sharma, who claimed four wickets to earn the Player of the Match title.
Central Zone – Innings: 148/5 in 20.0 overs
After being sent in to bat first, Central Zone’s top order provided a composed start, with DD Kasat leading the charge with a fluent 49 off 42 deliveries. Despite disciplined spells from East Zone’s bowlers, Central Zone managed to maintain momentum and post a competitive total of 148 for 5 at the end of their 20 overs.
Top Performers (Batting)
DD Kasat – 49 (42)
Top Bowler (East Zone)
Sushree Dibyadarshini – 2/28 (4.0)
East Zone – Innings: 108 all out in 18.5 overs*
In response, East Zone’s chase was hampered by early breakthroughs from Central Zone’s bowlers.
While Priyanka Luthra (23 off 26) and Jintimani Kalita (22 off 12) showed brief resistance, the middle order collapsed under mounting pressure.
Vaishnavi Sharma was the star of the show with an exceptional spell of *4/20 in 3.5 overs, supported by Simran Dil Bahadur, who chipped in with 2/11 (3.0 overs). East Zone were eventually bowled out for 108, falling short by 40 runs.
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Top Performers (Batting)
Priyanka Luthra – 23 (26)
Jintimani Kalita – 22 (12)
Top Bowlers (Central Zone)
Vaishnavi Sharma – 4/20 (3.5)
Simran Dil Bahadur – 2/11 (3.0)
Match Summary
Player of the Match: Vaishnavi Sharma (Central Zone) – 4/20 (3.5)
Top Performers:
Central Zone: D. D. Kasat – 49 (42)
East Zone: Sushree Dibyadarshini – 2/28 (4.0)
The contest showcased another fine display of domestic women’s cricket at the Nagaland Cricket
Stadium, with both teams demonstrating skill and determination. Central Zone’s disciplined bowling and composed batting effort earned them a well-deserved victory in the ongoing national-level tournament.
Upcoming Fixtures:
East Zone vs North Eastv Zone – 11 a.m., November 6 | Nagaland Cricket Stadium
Central Zone vs South Zone – 4:30 p.m., November 6 | Nagaland Cricket Stadium
