A dominant all-round performance saw the Rajasthan women's Under-15 team secure a resounding victory against Manipur in the One-Day Elite Trophy match played in Kolkata on Friday. The team, led by captain Mahira Khan, clinched an 8-wicket win with more than 35 overs to spare, showcasing their superiority in both bowling and batting departments.
Bowling Attack Decimates Manipur Batting Lineup
After winning the toss and opting to field first, Rajasthan's decision was quickly vindicated by their bowlers. The Manipur innings never gained momentum, crumbling under consistent pressure to be bowled out for a modest total of 100 runs in just 32.3 overs. The chief destroyers were the duo of Parul Sharma and Rochelle Yadav, who claimed three wickets each. They received excellent support from Akshita, who took 2 wickets for just 7 runs, and skipper Mahira Khan, who chipped in with 2 wickets for 13 runs. For Manipur, Viviene and Alice Thokchom were the only batters to offer some resistance, both scoring 21 runs.
Bishnoi's Unbeaten Fifty Seals Commanding Chase
Chasing a small target of 101, Rajasthan's openers approached the innings with positive intent. The chase was completed in a blistering 14.3 overs, with the loss of only two wickets. Opener Kavya Bishnoi anchored the innings beautifully, remaining not out on a well-compiled 50 runs from 46 deliveries, which included eight boundaries. She was ably supported by all-rounder Rochelle Yadav, who capped off her excellent day by smashing an unbeaten 28 off just 24 balls, hitting four fours in the process. Sarika Soni contributed 12 runs to the successful chase.
A Statement Victory for Rajasthan
This comprehensive victory highlights the strength and depth of the Rajasthan U-15 women's cricket team. The bowlers set up the win with a disciplined and penetrative effort, while the batters finished the job with aggressive and efficient strokeplay. Key performers like Kavya Bishnoi, Parul Sharma, and Rochelle Yadav stood out, making significant contributions with both bat and ball. This win will provide a massive boost to Rajasthan's campaign in the ongoing Women's U-15 One-Day Elite Trophy tournament.
Brief Scores:
Manipur: 100 all out in 32.3 overs (Viviene 21, Alice Thokchom 21; Parul Sharma 3-15, Rochelle Yadav 3-21, Akshita 2-7, Mahira Khan 2-13).
Rajasthan: 101/2 in 14.3 overs (Kavya Bishnoi 50*, Rochelle Yadav 28*, Sarika Soni 12; Suchitra 1-7, Alice Thokchom 1-19).
Result: Rajasthan won by 8 wickets.
