Top 5: Best Bowling Figures at the ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup

Young players have demonstrated their abilities under pressure at the ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup, putting on performances that frequently define games. Exceptional bowling stints have been notable among these, with bowlers taking wickets in situations that changed the course of the match. From Ellie Anderson’s blistering pace to Vaishnavi Sharma’s record-breaking 5/5, these performances have combined skill, strategy, and an extensive awareness of the conditions. Given the ongoing under-19 World Cup, let’s explore the greatest bowlers in the competition’s short history in greater detail, emphasising their contributions and the circumstances surrounding these remarkable moments.

Top 5: Best Bowling Figures at the ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup
Top 5: Best Bowling Figures at the ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup

Best bowling figures Women’s U19 T20 World Cup:

Vaishnavi Sharma (India): 5/5 (4 overs) against Malaysia, 2025

It was nothing short of spectacular when young Indian spinner Vaishnavi Sharma broke the record against Malaysia with a dream figure of 5/5 in ongoing U19 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur. She removed the top-order batters bowling with accuracy and precision. Malaysia collapsed to a pitiful score of 34 all out as India secured a decisive 10-wicket victory by chasing down the required in less than five overs courtesy of Sharma’s five wickets for five runs.

Ellie Anderson (England): 5/12 (4 overs) vs West Indies, 2023

During the 2023 Group stage World Cup edition, Ellie Anderson gave a thrilling performance in a high-stakes match. Ellie Anderson, a right-arm seamer, took 5-12 as the West Indies fell to 84-8 after chasing 180 to win. With four wins out of four in the group stages, the triumph guaranteed that England would finish first in Group Two. The West Indies were reeling at 28/4 in the sixth over after Anderson, who came into bowl during the powerplay, removed two important hitters. England easily pursued it after her efforts held the West Indies to just 84-8, winning by a commanding 7 wickets.

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Maisie Maceira (Scotland): 5/15 (3.5 overs) vs Nepal, 2025

In a thrilling one-wicket victory over Nepal, the Scotland Under 19s secured their first victory at the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025. Nepal was restricted to 73 thanks to a superb ball-playing display, which was headed by Maisie Maceira’s 5-15. She got the last four wickets after bowling Krishma Gurung with her opening ball. She ran through the lower order after striking in successive overs and dismissing the set batters.

Ni Luh Dewi (Indonesia): 5/18 (4 overs) vs Zimbabwe, 2023

Ni Luh Dewi produced an outstanding performance during one of Indonesia’s rarely dominant performances in the 2023 Under 19 T20 World Cup. First to bowl, Dewi entered the game as a second-change bowler and quickly made an impression, eliminating Zimbabwe’s top order in quick succession. Key advances resulted from her ability to bowl slower deliveries on a steady line. After Zimbabwe collapsed for 86-8, Indonesia easily overcame it to win by three wickets.

Grace Scrivens (England): 4/2 (4 overs) vs Zimbabwe, 2023

England made a strong statement at the first ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup in 2023 when they defeated Zimbabwe by 174 runs in their opening match in South Africa, all thanks to right arm off break bowler Grace Scrivens. In an innings with four ducks, Zimbabwe was all out ten runs, courtesy of Scrivens’ 4/2 off four overs. With perfect speed and accuracy, Scrivens took full advantage of the pitch.

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