Sun Sep 29 17:45:41 UTC 2024: ## India Women Dominate West Indies in T20 World Cup Warm-up Match

**Dubai, UAE -** India Women secured a convincing victory over West Indies Women in their Women’s T20 World Cup warm-up match on Sunday in Dubai. Despite a late rally from the West Indies, India’s strong bowling performance ultimately proved decisive, culminating in a comfortable win.

The Indian bowlers, led by Pooja Vastrakar and Renuka Thakur, made early inroads, dismissing dangerous opener Hayley Matthews for a duck and reducing West Indies to 17/3. Jemimah Rodrigues’s gritty half-century and contributions from Richa Ghosh and Yastika Bhatia helped India post a respectable total of 141/8.

West Indies struggled to chase the target, falling behind early due to India’s disciplined bowling. While Chinelle Henry kept West Indies in the hunt with a strong knock, India’s bowlers ultimately maintained control, claiming wickets at crucial junctures.

With 45 runs needed off the last 12 balls, West Indies’ hopes of a comeback faded, leading to a comfortable victory for India.

The warm-up match served as valuable preparation for both teams ahead of the main tournament, providing an opportunity to test their strategies and assess their strengths and weaknesses.

The Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is scheduled to begin on [date] and will be held at Dubai International Cricket Stadium and Sharjah Cricket Stadium.

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