Shafali Verma Reacts After Hitting Maiden T20I Century, Says 'Some Dreams Are Worth Waiting For'
Indian opener Shafali Verma produced a historic performance on Sunday, September 20, as she smashed her maiden T20I century against Bangladesh in the women's cricket semi-final at the 2026 Asian Games. Shafali remained unbeaten on 100 off just 49 balls, hitting three fours and nine sixes. Her explosive knock helped India post 195/4 in 20 overs and also made her the first cricketer to score a…
Indian cricket sensation Shafali Verma delivered a remarkable performance on September 20, 2026, as she scored her maiden T20I century against Bangladesh during the women's cricket semi-final at the 2026 Asian Games. The 22-year-old opened batter remained unbeaten at 100 runs off just 49 balls, smashing three fours and nine sixes. This record-breaking knock propelled India to post a formidable total of 195/4 in their 20 overs, making Verma the first cricketer to score a century at the Asian Games.
Verma's magnificent innings concluded with a single off the last ball of India's innings, underscoring her determination and skill. In addition to her century, she became India's leading six-hitter in women's T20Is, with a tally of 104 sixes to her name. Reflecting on her achievement, Verma shared on social media, "Dreamed it. Manifested it.
Worked for it." She emphasized that this milestone meant more than words can express and that some dreams are indeed worth waiting for. Her historic win helped India bowl Bangladesh out for 81, securing a 114-run victory and advancing them to the gold medal match against Sri Lanka.
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