Shafali Verma, Renuka Singh Power India to 3–0 Series Lead Over Sri Lanka
Thiruvananthapuram: India continued their dominant run in the women’s T20 series against Sri Lanka, registering another comprehensive victory under the lights at the Greenfield Stadium on Friday to take an unassailable 3–0 lead in the five-match series.
After winning the toss for the third straight match, captain Harmanpreet Kaur once again opted to field, a decision that paid rich dividends. Backed by nearly 6,000 spectators, India’s bowlers suffocated Sri Lanka, restricting them to 112 for 7 in their 20 overs.
Medium-pacer Renuka Singh led the charge with a match-winning spell of 4 for 21, earning the Player of the Match award. Her skiddy pace and accuracy dismantled Sri Lanka’s middle order, removing key batters including Harshitha Samarawickrama and Nilakshika Silva. Hasini Perera provided brief resistance with a brisk 25, but Sri Lanka never found sustained momentum.
Returning after missing a game due to illness, Deepti Sharma delivered another impactful performance, claiming three wickets. In the process, she became the joint-highest wicket-taker in women’s T20 internationals, equalling Megan Schutt’s record of 151 wickets.
Chasing a modest target, India were relentless. Shafali Verma produced a breathtaking unbeaten 79 off 42 balls, sealing the match with more than six overs to spare. The opener brought up her second successive fifty of the series in just 24 balls, overpowering Sri Lanka’s bowling attack with fearless strokeplay.
Her assault ensured India finished the chase with eight wickets in hand, underlining their superiority across all departments.
Speaking after the match, Harmanpreet said the team’s aggressive approach was part of a larger plan ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup, adding that the squad was pleased with its overall performances so far.
Final Thoughts from TheTrendingPeople.com
India’s commanding display once again highlighted the growing gulf between the two sides. With disciplined bowling, fearless batting, and clear tactical intent, the hosts have set the tone for the series. Shafali Verma’s consistency and Renuka Singh’s penetration with the ball reflect a team peaking at the right time, as India continue to sharpen their T20 credentials ahead of major global challenges.
