New Zealand Women defeated India Women by 58 runs in Match 4 of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. After winning the toss and batting first, New Zealand posted a formidable total which the Women in Blue failed to chase and ended up suffering a humiliating defeat.

Amelia Kerr’s dismisses Pooja Vastrakar with a beauty

Amelia Kerr delivered one of the finest moments of the match by clean bowling Pooja Vastrakar with a beautifully disguised googly. On the third ball of the 16th over, Kerr tossed the white leather up outside the off stump, tempting Vastrakar into a defensive shot.

The Indian batter, unable to read the variation, stayed rooted to her crease and attempted to defend, but the ball turned sharply off the surface, beating her inside edge and sneaking through the gap. It clipped the off stump, sending Vastrakar back to the pavilion. The dismissal showcased Kerr’s exceptional skill and ability to deceive the batter, highlighting her value as a key wicket-taker for New Zealand.

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New Zealand outplay India for a dominant win

New Zealand Women put up a clinical all-round performance to secure a comprehensive 58-run victory over India. Choosing to bat first, New Zealand reached a challenging total of 160/4 in their allotted 20 overs. Sophie Devine was the star of the innings, scoring a brisk 57 off 36 deliveries, with Renuka Singh being the pick of the Indian bowlers, taking 2/27.

In response, the Indian batters struggled from the start and failed to put together significant partnerships. The New Zealand bowlers capitalized on the pressure, with Rosemary Mair leading the attack, finishing with 4/19. Lea Tahuhu picked up 3/15, while Eden Carson contributed with 2/34. The Indian innings folded at 102 in 19 overs, giving New Zealand a comfortable 58-run win and underlining their dominance in all departments of the game.

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.