In a standout performance during the 10th match of the 2024 Asia Cup between India and Nepal, Shafali Verma showcased her ability with an exceptional innings by scoring a fifty.
Winning the toss and opting to bat first, India’s decision was quickly justified as Shafali, opening alongside Dayalan Hemalatha, set the stage ablaze. Their partnership of 122 runs provided a strong foundation, pushing India to a powerful position early on.
Highest Opening wicket partnership in Women’s T20 Asia Cup:
Shafali Verma, Dayalan Hemalatha 122 vs Nepal, Dambulla, 2024
Shafali Verma, Sabbhineni Meghana 116 vs Malaysia, Sylhet, 2022
Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali 107* vs United Arab Emirates, Dambulla, 2024
Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali 105 vs Nepal, Dambulla, 2024
Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma 96 vs Bangladesh, Sylhet, 2022
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For Shafali, this match marked several milestones. Not only did she register her 10th half-century in T20I cricket, but she also achieved her second half-century in the Asia Cup tournament. Her innings of 81 runs off just 48 deliveries showcased her aggressive yet composed batting style.
Shafali made her T20I debut back in 2019 against South Africa and has since amassed 1825 runs in 78 matches. Prior to this innings, her highest score stood at 73 runs against West Indies in 2019. However, her knock against Nepal not only surpassed this milestone but also 3000 international runs.
