Sun Oct 05 18:09:14 UTC 2025: **India Dominates Pakistan in Women’s World Cup Clash Despite On-Field Oddities**

**Colombo, Sri Lanka** – India secured a resounding 88-run victory over Pakistan in a drama-filled ICC Women’s World Cup match in Colombo on Sunday, extending their unblemished ODI record against their rivals to 12-0. The win was built on a foundation of composed batting from Harleen Deol (46) and a fiery cameo from Richa Ghosh (35), coupled with a dominant bowling performance led by Kranti Gaud (3/20).

The match, played on a sluggish pitch, saw India post a competitive 247 after a bizarre toss incident saw the referee incorrectly award the decision to Pakistan, who chose to bowl. Despite a valiant 81 from Sidra Amin, Pakistan crumbled under the pressure of India’s disciplined bowling attack and were eventually bowled out for 159.

The game wasn’t without its quirks. A controversial run-out of Pakistan’s Muneeba Ali, caused by alert fielding from Deepti Sharma, added to the drama, as did a 15-minute delay caused by an insect invasion on the field.

Earlier, India’s innings saw a mix of starts and stops. While Pratika Rawal (31) provided an early burst, Smriti Mandhana (23) fell early. Deol steadied the ship in the middle overs, forging partnerships with Harmanpreet Kaur (19) and Jemimah Rodrigues (32). A late surge from Ghosh propelled India to a defendable total.

Pakistan’s chase faltered from the outset, with Gaud’s early wickets leaving them reeling. While Amin and Natalia Pervaiz (33) offered some resistance, the Indian spinners soon tightened the screws, ensuring a comfortable victory for India.

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