Sun Feb 02 13:27:37 UTC 2025: ## India Wins U19 Women’s T20 World Cup, Defeats South Africa by 9 Wickets
**Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia** – India has successfully defended its U19 Women’s T20 World Cup title, defeating South Africa by nine wickets in a dominant display at the Bayuemas Oval on Sunday. Player of the Tournament, Gongadi Trisha, led the charge, showcasing exceptional all-around talent.
Trisha’s unbeaten 44 runs off 33 balls anchored India’s successful chase of 83 runs. She also claimed impressive bowling figures of 3/15, contributing significantly to restricting South Africa to a meager 82 runs. The opening partnership between Trisha and Kamalini Gunalan (dismissed for an unspecified score) set the tone, laying a strong foundation for the victory. Sanika Chalke provided crucial support, ensuring a comfortable win in just 11.2 overs.
South Africa, electing to bat first after winning the toss, struggled against India’s tight bowling attack. Despite efforts from captain Kayla Reyneke and wicket-keeper Karabo Meso, the South African innings faltered, collapsing to 45/5 by the 13th over. Mieke van Voorst offered brief resistance with a 23-run knock before falling to Trisha. The Proteas were eventually bowled out for 82, their last wicket falling on the final ball.
Trisha’s outstanding tournament performance saw her amass 309 runs in seven innings – a staggering 133 runs more than the next highest scorer – and take nine wickets throughout the competition. India’s comprehensive victory solidifies their position as two-time champions of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup.
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