India’s women launched a 216‑run onslaught in Raipur, turning the pitch into a six‑hitting playground. But the real drama started when Shafali Verma slipped out for 69 off 37, handing the ball to captain Harmanpreet Kaur.
Harmanpreet, 37, struck an unbeaten 91 from 41 balls, four sixes and a thunderous drive that kept the scoreboard ticking. Her innings was a masterclass in power‑hitting, a return to form after a quiet Asia Cup spell.
Newpara The turning point arrived in the 15th over, when Nandani Sharma’s 3 for 18 ripped through Zimbabwe’s middle order. The wickets came at a time when Zimbabwe were building a partnership, and the momentum shift was palpable.
Newpara Zimbabwe’s chase faltered early with Kelis Ndhlovu out for a first‑ball duck, yet Sharne Mayers fought back, scoring 60 off 49. But the damage was done; the hosts could only muster 124/7, falling 92 runs short.
Newpara The result gives India a clean 3‑0 sweep, extends their T20I winning run to 11 matches, and marks their biggest home victory margin in the format.
Newpara Next up, India heads to the West Indies for the final two T20I tests of the series, where every wicket counts for a place in the rising‑star tournament.