How did Match 6 of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 go between India Women vs Pakistan Women
India Women registered a commanding 64-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan Women in Match No. 6 of the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on June 14.
Batting first, India posted a competitive 170/6 in their 20 overs. Smriti Mandhana led the charge with a well-made half-century, while Richa Ghosh provided late acceleration with a brisk 34 off just 17 deliveries. For Pakistan, Sadia Iqbal and Fatima Sana claimed two wickets apiece to keep India from posting an even bigger total.
In reply, Pakistan made a positive start to their chase, but India’s spin attack gradually tightened its grip on the contest. Muneeba Ali was the top scorer for Pakistan with 41 runs, but she received little support from the rest of the batting line-up. India’s bowlers dominated the second innings, with Shree Charani returning figures of 3/21. Veteran all-rounder Deepti Sharma starred with a five-wicket haul, dismantling Pakistan’s batting order.
Top batting performance of the match – Smriti Mandhana
Indian opener Smriti Mandhana produced a match-winning knock, scoring 68 runs off 44 deliveries. Her innings featured nine boundaries and two sixes, and she maintained an impressive strike rate of 154.55 throughout her stay at the crease. Mandhana played a crucial role in laying the foundation for India’s competitive total, particularly through her partnership with captain Harmanpreet Kaur. The duo stitched together a vital 91-run stand for the third wicket in just 63 balls, keeping the scoreboard moving at a brisk pace.
Top bowling performance of the match – Deepti Sharma
Right-arm spinner Deepti Sharma emerged as the standout bowling performer of the match with a sensational spell of 5/10 from her four overs. Deepti struck at regular intervals, removing Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Aliya Riaz, Nashra Sandhu, and Tasmia Rubab during her match-winning spell.
Records Broken and Major Milestones Achieved
- Smriti Mandhana has broken the record for most sixes (87) in WT20Is for IND-W.
- Deepti Sharma has become the highest wicket-taker in WT20Is with 166 wickets.
- Deepti Sharma took 350 international wickets across formats.
Who won the Player of the Match?
Deepti Sharma was named the Player of the Match for her outstanding all-round contribution, highlighted by a match-winning five-wicket haul against Pakistan. Her performance not only sealed a comprehensive win for India but also guided the team to their first victory of the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, providing a major boost to their campaign.
What is the next match?
India Women will next face Netherlands Women on Wednesday, June 17, at Headingley, Leeds. Meanwhile, Pakistan Women will look to bounce back from their opening defeat when they take on South Africa Women on the same day at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
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