Shafali Verma’s scintillating unbeaten knock of 79 powered India to a commanding eight-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in the third T20 International, clinching an unassailable 3-0 series lead. The Indian bowlers set the tone, with Renuka Singh Thakur scalping 4 wickets and Deepti Sharma adding 3, restricting Sri Lanka to 112/7 in their allotted 20 overs.
Chasing a manageable target, Verma was unstoppable, playing a breathtaking innings that included 11 boundaries and 3 sixes. She reached her half-century in just 24 balls, showcasing a fearless approach that demoralized the opposition. Her brilliance ensured India achieved the target with plenty of overs to spare, highlighting the team’s batting depth and aggressive intent.
Despite losing opener Smriti Mandhana early, Verma, alongside captain Harmanpreet Kaur (21 not out), steered India to a comfortable win. This series triumph is India’s fourth consecutive T20I series win against Sri Lanka, showcasing a sustained period of dominance. The performance emphasized India’s strong batting lineup and their ability to execute under pressure, solidifying their reputation in the T20 circuit.