Women’s T20 WC: Smriti’s 68, Richa’s 34 carry India to 170/6 against Pakistan

IANS | June 14, 2026 9:02 PM

Birmingham, June 14 (IANS) Smriti Mandhana’s fluent 68 and Richa Ghosh’s late blitz of 34 powered India to 170/6 against Pakistan in their Women’s T20 World Cup clash at Edgbaston on Sunday. On a used pitch, Smriti stabilised India’s innings by hitting 68 off 44 balls laced with nine fours and two sixes, with her lofted shots and precise footwork being the standout aspects.

MPL T20 Scindia Cup 2026: Chambal Ghariyals extend unbeaten run, Royal Nimar Eagles outplay Ujjain Falcons in run-fest

IANS | June 14, 2026 7:34 PM

Indore, June 14 (IANS) Chambal Ghariyals continued their impressive run in the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 Scindia Cup 2026, registering a four-wicket victory over Indore Pink Panthers to maintain their unbeaten record in the tournament at Daly College, Indore. The win marked their sixth consecutive triumph, keeping their 100 percent winning streak intact.

Women’s T20 WC: Bharti included as India elect to bat against Pakistan

IANS | June 14, 2026 6:50 PM

Birmingham, June 14 (IANS) India have included Bharti Fulmali while Yastika Bhatia has been left out as skipper Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and elected to bat first against Pakistan in their first Group A clash of the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup at Edgbaston on Sunday. Just like the previous meetings between the two teams, no handshake happened between the captains at the toss.