India Women vs Netherlands Women: India Crush Netherlands by 95 Runs to Go Top of Group A in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

Smriti Mandhana’s Brilliant 74 and Shree Charani’s 4-Wicket Haul Power India to Dominant Victory

India Women produced a complete all-round performance to defeat Netherlands Women by 95 runs in Match 10 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Headingley, Leeds. Powered by explosive half-centuries from Smriti Mandhana (74) and Shafali Verma (55), India posted a tournament-record 209/5, before bowling out the Netherlands for just 114 in 17.3 overs.

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The comprehensive victory not only secured India’s second consecutive win but also propelled Harmanpreet Kaur’s side to the top of Group A thanks to a superior Net Run Rate.

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Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma Set the Tone

Asked to bat first, India’s opening pair came out with aggressive intent and completely dominated the Dutch bowling attack.

Smriti Mandhana played one of her finest T20 World Cup innings, smashing 74 runs off just 47 balls, including 11 boundaries and a six. At the other end, Shafali Verma attacked fearlessly, scoring 55 off 38 deliveries with 10 fours.

The pair stitched together a magnificent 115-run opening partnership, laying the perfect platform for a huge total.

Richa Ghosh and Deepti Sharma Finish in Style

After the openers departed, Jemimah Rodrigues added useful runs before wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh blasted an unbeaten 20 off only 8 balls, striking two huge sixes.

In the final over, Deepti Sharma hammered 10 runs from just two deliveries, helping India finish at 209/5, their highest-ever total in Women’s T20 World Cup history.

The Netherlands bowlers struggled with discipline throughout the innings, conceding numerous wides and extras that further boosted India’s score.

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Netherlands Show Fight Before Spin Collapse

Chasing a massive target, Netherlands began positively through Heather Siegers (21) and captain Babette de Leede (28). Sterre Kalis also contributed an aggressive 18 as the visitors attempted to stay in the contest.

However, once India introduced spin, the innings quickly unraveled.

Shree Charani Stars with Four Wickets

Left-arm spinner Shree Charani delivered the decisive spell, claiming 4 wickets for just 19 runs and dismantling the Dutch middle and lower order.

She received excellent support from Shafali Verma, who impressed with the ball by taking 3 wickets for 20 runs, while Nandni Sharma chipped in with two wickets and Deepti Sharma added one.

From a respectable 96/4, the Netherlands collapsed dramatically to be bowled out for 114, losing their final six wickets for only 18 runs.

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Smriti Mandhana Named Player of the Match

For her outstanding innings of 74 runs that set up India’s commanding total, Smriti Mandhana deservedly received the Player of the Match award.

Her fluent stroke play and ability to dominate both pace and spin gave India complete control from the start.

India Women vs Netherlands Women: Match Summary

Innings	Score
India Women	209/5 (20 Overs)
Netherlands Women	114 All Out (17.3 Overs)
Result	India Women won by 95 runs
Player of the Match	Smriti Mandhana – 74 (47)

Top Performers

India Women

• Smriti Mandhana – 74 (47)
• Shafali Verma – 55 (38) & 3/20
• Shree Charani – 4/19
• Richa Ghosh – 20* (8)

Netherlands Women

• Babette de Leede – 28 (27)
• Heather Siegers – 21 (16)
• Caroline de Lange – 2 wickets

What This Means for Group A

With back-to-back victories, India now sit at the top of Group A with an impressive Net Run Rate, strengthening their chances of qualifying for the knockout stage.

The Netherlands, meanwhile, remain winless and will need victories in their remaining matches to keep their campaign alive.

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Final Thoughts

India delivered one of their most dominant performances in Women’s T20 World Cup history. Smriti Mandhana’s elegant stroke play, Shafali Verma’s all-round brilliance and Shree Charani’s exceptional bowling ensured a one-sided contest in Leeds.

If India continue performing at this level, they will undoubtedly emerge as one of the strongest contenders for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 title.

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