Sun Oct 06 11:38:59 UTC 2024: ## India Dominates Pakistan in Women’s T20 World Cup Opener

**Dubai, UAE:** India’s women’s cricket team bounced back from their opening loss to New Zealand with a convincing victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in their Women’s T20 World Cup group A match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

Pakistan, having won their opening match against Sri Lanka, were bundled out for a paltry 105/8 in their allotted 20 overs. India’s bowlers, led by Renuka Singh Thakur, were relentless, keeping the Pakistani batters under constant pressure.

The Indian bowlers struck early, dismissing Feroza and Sidra Amin in the powerplay to put Pakistan on the back foot. Muneeba Ali offered some resistance with 17 runs but was eventually stumped by Richa Ghosh.

India’s tight bowling restricted Pakistan from reaching three figures, leaving them with a mountain to climb in the chase. Their net run rate, which was a concern after the New Zealand defeat, also received a much-needed boost.

The victory sees India gain valuable points in their group, giving them a much-needed confidence boost for the remaining matches. Pakistan, on the other hand, will be looking to regroup and bounce back in their upcoming matches.

**Key Moments:**

* Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat first.
* India’s Renuka Singh Thakur took the first wicket, dismissing Feroza in the first over.
* Deepti Sharma took the second wicket, removing Sidra Amin.
* Muneeba Ali was stumped by Richa Ghosh, marking the turning point in Pakistan’s innings.
* India’s bowling attack was dominant, restricting Pakistan to 105/8.

This match marked the 100th T20I at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, making it a historic occasion for the venue.

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