G Trisha Shines as India Wins T20 World Cup Again
India successfully defended their T20 World Cup title with a commanding 9-wicket victory over South Africa in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday (February 2). The star of the match was G Trisha, who delivered a stunning all-round performance, leading India to a comfortable win.
Trisha’s Heroics with Bat and Ball
Trisha, the tournament’s leading run-scorer, played a crucial role in both innings.
- She picked up 3 wickets for just 15 runs in her four overs, dismantling South Africa’s batting lineup.
- Chasing 83, she then anchored India’s innings with an unbeaten 44 off 33 balls, ensuring a smooth chase.
South Africa Struggles with the Bat
Opting to bat first, South Africa had a rough start, losing their top-three batters for just 20 runs within five overs.
- Powerplay Struggles: They could manage only 29/3 in the first six overs.
- Partnerships Broken:
- Kayla Reyneke and Karabo Meso added 20 runs before Trisha dismissed Meso.
- Mieke van Voorst (23) and Fay Cowling (15) built a 30-run stand, but Trisha once again struck to trigger a collapse.
South Africa crumbled from 74/5 to 82 all out in just 15 deliveries. Apart from Trisha’s 3 for 15, Parunika Sisodia, Ayushi Shukla, and Vaishnavi Sharma took two wickets each.
India’s Comfortable Chase
Trisha gave India a brisk start in the chase. Even after losing her opening partner, G Kamilini, early, she continued her dominance.
- Match-Winning Stand: She stitched an unbroken 48-run partnership with Sanika Chalke (26 off 22 balls)* to seal the win in just 11.2 overs.
- Trisha’s Impact: With 8 boundaries in her knock, she ensured a smooth chase.
Player of the Tournament and Match
Trisha’s exceptional performance earned her both Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament honors. She finished the tournament with 309 runs and 7 wickets, proving her all-round brilliance.
Match Summary
| Team | Score | Top Performers | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 82 all out (20 overs) | Mieke van Voorst 23, G Trisha 3-15 | Lost |
| India | 84/1 (11.2 overs) | G Trisha 44*, Sanika Chalke 26* | Won by 9 wickets |
With this emphatic win, India once again proved their dominance in T20 cricket, and G Trisha’s all-round brilliance made this victory even more special!
