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Deepti Sharma tops T20I wickets with 3/0 vs Thailand
✍️ Times of India
🗓 31 Aug 2026, 03:49 AM
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India’s all‑rounder Deepti Sharma etched her name in history by taking three wickets for no runs, becoming the leading wicket‑taker in women’s T20I cricket, as India beat Thailand 94 runs in Dubai.
In a high‑scoring encounter in Dubai, India faced Thailand in the opening match of the Women’s Asia Cup. The hosts set a challenging target after a solid batting display that included Shafali Verma’s 64.
All‑rounder Deepti Sharma delivered a masterclass with the ball, bowling four overs of immaculate, run‑free cricket and claiming three wickets. Her figures of 3/0 made her the most successful wicket‑taker in the history of women’s T20I cricket.
India’s 94‑run victory not only secured a comfortable win but also gave the team a strong start to their Asia Cup campaign, with Sharma’s record performance boosting team morale.
The record was set during a match that saw India’s batting and bowling units combine effectively, underscoring the depth of the squad as it prepares for the rest of the tournament.
All‑rounder Deepti Sharma delivered a masterclass with the ball, bowling four overs of immaculate, run‑free cricket and claiming three wickets. Her figures of 3/0 made her the most successful wicket‑taker in the history of women’s T20I cricket.
India’s 94‑run victory not only secured a comfortable win but also gave the team a strong start to their Asia Cup campaign, with Sharma’s record performance boosting team morale.
The record was set during a match that saw India’s batting and bowling units combine effectively, underscoring the depth of the squad as it prepares for the rest of the tournament.