Bengal make history with record chase in women’s List A cricket

Bengal Women’s Cricket Team has etched his name in the annals of cricket history with remarkable success during the Senior Women’s Trophy 2024. On 23 December 2024 at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, Bengal achieved the most successful run chase in women’s List A cricket, chasing down a daunting target of 390 runs against Haryana. This extraordinary feat not only secured their place in the semi-finals but also marked a major milestone in women’s List A cricket.

Bengal’s record chase

In a thrilling encounter, the Bengal players showcased their batting prowess and stamina. The previous record for the most successful chase was held by Northern Districts, who chased down 309 runs against Canterbury in a new zealand national party in 2019. On the international stage, Sri Lanka he had set a record earlier this year with a 305-run chase against south africa. Bengal’s achievement of surpassing these records by successfully reaching 390 runs is a testament to their skill and determination.

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Key players in a spectacular game

Bengal’s most prominent performer was Tanusree Sarkarwho was named ‘Player of the Match’ for her explosive innings of 113 runs off just 83 balls, which included an impressive 20 boundaries. His innings was instrumental in steering Bengal to victory with five balls to spare. The chase began with openings Dhara Gujjar i Sasthi Mondal laying a solid foundation, scoring 69 and 52 runs respectively. Their rapid-fire partnership laid the groundwork for what would become a historic chase.

Haryana, batting first, had set themselves a formidable target by scoring 389 runs for the loss of five wickets. Shafali Verma he was the star for Haryana, scoring an astonishing 197 runs off 115 balls, which included 22 fours and 11 sixes. Despite his brilliant performance, which was his second century of the tournament, he ultimately fell short as Bengal’s batting line-up proved too strong.

A historic moment for women’s cricket

This remarkable victory is not only a victory for Bengal but also a significant moment for women’s cricket as a whole. It highlights the growing competitiveness and talent of women’s cricket, showing that they can achieve records previously thought unattainable. The match saw a total of 779 runs scored between both teams, which underlines the high profile nature of this match.

The head coach of Bengal, Try Duttaexpressed immense pride in his team’s performance. He emphasized the importance of maintaining composure and belief during these high-pressure situations. Jhulan Goswamia team mentor, echoed those sentiments praising the players’ mentality and their ability to chase such a massive goal.

With this historic win, the Bengal women’s team not only advances to the semi-finals, but also sets a new benchmark for future generations in women’s cricket. His success is expected to inspire young cricketers India and beyond to pursue his dreams on the cricket field. As they prepare for their next challenge in the tournament, all eyes will be on Bengal to see if they can continue their remarkable journey and possibly secure the title.

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This article was first published in WomenCricket.coma Cricket time company