{
  "id": 4472539,
  "title": "Asia Cup: Shafali’s 64, Deepti's 3/0 help India with convincing 94-run win over Thailand",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/asia-cup-shafalis-64-deeptis-3-0-help-india-with-convincing-94-run",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-30T17:47:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/womens-asia-cup/news/shafalis-64-deeptis-3/0-help-india-begin-womens-asia-cup-campaign-with-convincing-94-run-win-over-thailand/articleshow/133634298.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "India began their Women's T20 Asia Cup journey with a convincing 94-run win against Thailand on Sunday. Despite a late batting collapse, the Indian team showcased a dominant bowling performance to secure the victory. Shafali Verma set the platform with a stellar knock of 64 runs off 36 balls, including eight fours and three sixes. Debutant Pratika Rawal contributed 22 off 18 balls, helping India reach 101/2 after 10 overs. Smriti Mandhana added 19 off 10 balls, but was run out after scoring four boundaries. However, India's fortunes took a dramatic turn after reaching 108/2, slipping to 137/9 thanks to Thailand's resilient bowling.\n\nLeg-spinner Suleeporn Laomi was the standout performer for Thailand, claiming 3/26. Pratika Gaud's unbeaten 15 runs aided India in pushing their total to 159/9. India's bowlers demonstrated a clinical display, with Kranti Gaud and Nandni Sharma removing Thailand's openers early on. Nandni Sharma finished with three wickets, while Deepti Sharma produced a remarkable spell, taking 3/0 in just 1.1 overs. Deepti Sharma also became the leading wicket-taker in women's T20I cricket with her three-wicket haul. Thailand struggled to cope with India's attack and were eventually bowled out for a paltry 65, with Nannapat Koncharoenkai providing some resistance with 41 off 48 balls. Despite Koncharoenkai's efforts, India wrapped up the contest with a 94-run victory, marking a strong start to their Asia Cup campaign.",
  "summary": "India kicked off their Women's T20 Asia Cup with an impressive 94-run triumph against Thailand. Shafali Verma ignited the innings with her electrifying batting, laying a robust foundation for the team. The bowlers showcased their prowess, limiting Thailand to a modest score. Highlighting the match, Deepti Sharma reached a remarkable milestone, claiming the title of leading wicket-taker in women's…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "ESPNcricinfo",
        "title": "Thailand bowl; India hand T20I debut to Pratika Rawal",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/thailand-bowl-india-hand-t20i-debut-to-pratika-rawal",
        "published": "2026-08-30T14:47:23.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Times of India",
        "title": "After ODI success, Pratika Rawal makes T20I debut in Women's Asia Cup opener",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/after-odi-success-pratika-rawal-makes-t20i-debut-in-womens-asia-cup",
        "published": "2026-08-30T15:19:02.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}