In the dynamic world of women’s T20I cricket, players from Associate nations are making waves with fearless performances against traditional powerhouses. These remarkable innings not only highlight exceptional talent and temperament but also showcase the increasing competitiveness and skill development within emerging cricketing nations.
From the UAE to Thailand and the USA, many standout batters have delivered record-breaking performances that are changing the narrative around women’s Associate cricket. Here’s a look at some of the highest individual scores by women from Associate nations against Full-Member sides in T20Is.
97 – Esha Oza vs Zimbabwe, October 5, 2025
Esha Oza delivered a breathtaking performance against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Opening the batting for the UAE, she unleashed a flurry of strokes, smashing 16 fours and 1 six en route to an impressive 97 runs off just 55 balls. Her dominance was clear from the outset as she attacked both pace and spin with confidence, reaching her fifty in just 26 balls—marking the fastest by an Associate player against a Full-Member team. Although she narrowly missed out on a century, Oza’s fireworks propelled the UAE to 183/3. In a thrilling finish, Zimbabwe fell short by 35 runs, leading to a historic victory for the UAE that showcased their growing reputation in women’s cricket.
88 – Natthakan Chantham vs Zimbabwe, 2021
Thailand’s trailblazer, Natthakan Chantham, produced a spectacular unbeaten 88 against Zimbabwe in August 2021 at Harare Sports Club. As she opened the innings, Chantham demonstrated her classical strokeplay and precise placements, helping Thailand set a competitive total of 154/3. Her innings included 10 fours and 2 sixes, coming at a strike rate of 135.38. While Zimbabwe eventually fell short of the target by 53 runs in a one-sided contest, Chantham’s innings stood out as a testament to Thailand’s steady rise and her position as one of the most technically gifted batters among Associate nations.
84 – Esha Oza vs Zimbabwe, in September 2024
Before her remarkable 97-run innings in 2025, Esha Oza had already made a strong statement with a blistering 84 against Zimbabwe in 2024 at Wanderers Cricket Ground, Windhoek. Facing a disciplined Zimbabwean attack, Oza dominated with clean hitting and smart rotation of the strike. Her 84 runs came off just 65 deliveries, including 9 fours and 3 sixes, guiding UAE over the line chasing a total of 146, with 5 wickets in hand. Despite a valiant effort, Zimbabwe fell short as Oza’s brilliance set the stage for a famous win for the UAE. This innings solidified her reputation as the UAE’s batting powerhouse and one of the most consistent performers in Associate women’s cricket.
81 – Theertha Satish vs Zimbabwe, 2024
Theertha Satish, one of the UAE’s most composed batters, showcased her maturity with an unbeaten 81 in the same 2024 series against Zimbabwe in September. Coming as an opening batter, she anchored the innings calmly, efficiently rotating the strike while punishing loose deliveries. Her 81* off 54 balls featured 9 boundaries and 1 maximum, guiding the UAE over the line with 9 wickets in hand and 22 balls to spare. Satish’s performance complemented Oza’s explosive style, highlighting the depth in the UAE’s batting lineup.
74 – Sindhu Sriharsha vs Bangladesh, 2022
USA captain Sindhu Sriharsha delivered a memorable innings against Bangladesh during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Abu Dhabi in September 2022. Chasing a challenging target of 159, Sriharsha remained unbeaten on 74 off 71 balls, striking 8 fours. Despite wickets falling around her, she held her ground, leading her team as they managed just 103/3 in their quota and earning praise for her elegant stroke play and leadership under pressure. Although the USA fell 55 runs short, Sriharsha’s innings marked a significant moment for American women’s cricket, showcasing their competitiveness against established teams.
From Esha Oza’s explosive stroke play to Natthakan Chantham’s elegance and Sindhu Sriharsha’s resilience, the landscape of women’s T20I cricket is certainly evolving, with exciting talent emerging from Associate nations.
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