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India Crush Nepal by 7 Wickets, Storm into Women's Asia Cup Semifinals

India secured a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Nepal in the ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament, booking their place in the semifinals. Nepal were bowled out for just 78 runs, with Tanuja Kanwar claiming impressive figures of 4/12. Chasing a modest target, opener Vrinda Dinesh led the charge with an unbeaten 39 off 18 balls. India reached the target in just 7.5 overs to register their second win of the group stage.

Key Points: India Women Beat Nepal, Qualify for Asia Cup Rising Stars Semis

  • India qualifies for semifinals
  • Nepal bundled out for 78
  • Tanuja Kanwar takes 4/12
  • Vrinda Dinesh scores 39*
  • India chases target in 7.5 overs
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ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars: India beat Nepal by seven wickets; qualifies for semifinals

India's women's team dominates Nepal by 7 wickets, powered by Tanuja Kanwar's 4-wicket haul, to secure a spot in the ACC Asia Cup semifinals.

"Tanuja Kanwar was named Player of the Match for her brilliant bowling performance. - Match Report"

Bangkok, February 17

India registered a dominant seven-wicket victory over Nepal in the Group A match of the ongoing ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament on Tuesday, securing a place in the semifinals.

With this win, India registered their second win in Group A in three matches. India are placed at the top of the standings with four points two their name, securing two wins and one loss.

Following the triumph over Nepal, India advanced to the semifinals of the tournament. Tanuja Kanwar was named Player of the Match for her brilliant bowling performance.

Batting first, Nepal were bundled out for just 78 runs in 18 overs. Opener Bindu Rawal (11 off 21 balls, with two fours) and Samjhana Khadka (22 off 16 balls, with four boundaries) failed to convert their starts.

Captain Puja Mahato (10 off 14 balls, with one four), wicketkeeper-batter Rubi Poddar (12 off nine deliveries, with two fours), and Kabita Joshi, unbeaten (12 off 17 balls, with two fours), also had underwhelming performances with the bat.

For India, Minnu Mani (3/8), captain Radha Yadav (2/17), and Tanuja Kanwer (4/12) had an outstanding day with the ball.

Chasing a comfortable total of 79, Opener Vrinda Dinesh top-scored with an unbeaten 39 off 18 balls, with nine fours as India chased down the target in 7.5 overs.

Apart from her, Anushka Sharma (10 off as many deliveries, including two fours), and Tejal Hasabnis (18 off 13 balls, with three fours) also contributed with the bat.

- ANI

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Aman W
Great win, but chasing 79 in 7.5 overs shows the gulf in class. We need to remember this is the 'Rising Stars' tournament. The real test will be against stronger teams like Bangladesh or Sri Lanka in the knockouts. Hope the girls keep this momentum.
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Sarah B
Following from the US! So good to see women's cricket getting this platform in Asia. Vrinda Dinesh's strike rate was insane. Well done, Team India!
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Rohit P
Bowling them out for 78 is the highlight for me. The future of Indian women's cricket is in safe hands. Tanuja, take a bow! 🙌
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Kriti O
While the win is dominant, I hope the batters get more time in the middle before the semis. Chasing small totals quickly is one thing, but building an innings under pressure is different. Just a thought. All the best, girls!
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Varun X
This is the kind of news we need more of! Young talent shining on the international stage. Makes me proud. Jai Hind!

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