Fri Dec 20 23:32:16 UTC 2024: ## India Clinches Thrilling T20I Series Win Over West Indies

**Vadodara, India –** India celebrated a resounding 60-run victory over the West Indies in the third and final women’s T20I, securing a 2-1 series win and their first home T20I series triumph since October 2019. A record-breaking performance fueled the Indian victory, with Smriti Mandhana and Richa Ghosh leading the charge.

Mandhana, who now holds the title of leading run-scorer in women’s T20Is this year with 763 runs, crafted a masterful 77 off 47 balls, studded with 13 fours and a six. This was her third consecutive fifty of the series and eighth of the year. Meanwhile, Richa Ghosh smashed a breathtaking 54 runs off just 21 balls, equaling the world record for the fastest fifty in women’s T20Is. Her innings included three boundaries and five towering sixes.

India’s total of 217/4 was their highest ever in women’s T20Is, setting a daunting target for the West Indies. While Chinelle Henry fought back with a valiant 43 off 16 balls for the visitors, early wickets and the impressive spin bowling of Radha Yadav (4-29) restricted the West Indies to 157/9.

The match was a showcase of India’s batting depth, with contributions from Jemimah Rodrigues (39) and debutant Raghvi Bisht (31 not out). The win marks a significant milestone for Indian women’s cricket, highlighting the team’s growing talent and exciting potential.

Both teams now prepare for a three-match ODI series beginning December 22nd at the newly built Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. With India brimming with confidence, the upcoming series promises to be another thrilling encounter.

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