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The Indian women’s blind cricket team triumphed over Nepal in the final of the inaugural T20 Blind Women’s World Cup, held in Colombo. India won by seven wickets, chasing down Nepal’s score of 114 with relative ease. Phula Saren was the top scorer for India. Pakistan’s Mehreen Ali was the standout batter of the tournament.
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India Clinches Inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup Title
Colombo, Sri Lanka – November 23, 2025 – The Indian women’s blind cricket team etched their name in history today by winning the first-ever T20 Blind Women’s World Cup. They defeated Nepal by a convincing seven-wicket victory in the final match held at the P Sara Oval in Colombo.
After winning the toss and electing to bowl, India restricted Nepal to a modest 114 for 5. India then confidently chased down the target, reaching 117 for 3 in just 12 overs. The Indian team’s dominance was evident, with Nepal managing only a single boundary throughout their entire innings.
Phula Saren led the Indian batting charge with a brilliant unbeaten 44.
India’s journey to the final included a semi-final victory against Australia, while Nepal secured their spot by defeating Pakistan. Co-hosts Sri Lanka struggled, winning only one of their five preliminary round matches, a victory against the USA.
While India celebrated their team victory, the tournament also showcased the exceptional talent of Pakistan’s Mehreen Ali. The partially sighted player (B3) was the leading run-scorer, amassing over 600 runs, including a remarkable 230 off 78 balls against Sri Lanka and 133 against Australia.
The victory marks a significant milestone for blind cricket and highlights the growing prominence and competitiveness of the sport on the international stage.
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