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In Match 24 of the ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup 2025 held on Thursday, January 23 between India and Sri Lanka, VJ Joshitha delivered a stunning ball that led to the dismissal of Sanjana Kavindi.
Sanjana Kavindi’s dismissal highlights VJ Joshitha’s bowling prowess
Bowling for India against Sri Lanka, Joshitha showcased her talent with an unplayable delivery that rattled Kavindi’s stumps. On the third ball of the 2nd over, Kavindi, who opened her innings with an aggressive mindset, attempted to play a cover drive but was caught off guard by the ball’s unexpected movement. After pitching on a good length, the ball zipped back sharply, deceiving the batsman and crashing into the stumps.
This remarkable wicket not only highlighted Joshitha’s bowling prowess but also underscored her potential as a rising star in women’s cricket. Recently signed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for INR 10 lakh in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 auction, Joshitha’s performance in this match is a testament to her skill and determination, making her a player to watch in future tournaments.
Here’s the video:
Joshitha VJ rattles the stumps with a beauty #INDvSL #U19T20worldcup pic.twitter.com/Sno3nnsPRd
— Aman (@Amanriz78249871) January 23, 2025
India dominates Sri Lanka in Group A clash
The defending champion, India faced off against Sri Lanka, achieving a commanding victory by 60 runs. India batted first, posting a total of 118 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Gongadi Trisha was the standout performer for India, scoring 49 runs off 44 balls, including five fours and one six. The Indian innings saw early wickets fall, but Trisha’s steady knock helped stabilize the innings despite a few quick dismissals. Joshitha also contributed with the bat and scored quickfire 14 runs off nine deliveries that included one boundary and a maximum.
Sri Lanka struggles against Indian bowling attack
In response, Sri Lanka struggled significantly against India’s bowling attack, managing to score only 58 runs for 9 wickets in their full quota of overs and lost the game by 60 runs. The Indian bowlers delivered an impressive performance, with Shabnam Shakil taking 2 wickets for just 9 runs in her four overs, while Joshitha also contributed significantly with figures of 2 for 17. Sri Lanka’s batting lineup faltered under pressure, with only Rashmika Sewwandi reaching double figures with a score of 15. The Indian team’s disciplined bowling and fielding ensured that Sri Lanka never settled into their innings.
Trisha’s impactful performance earned her the Player of the Match award, highlighting her crucial role in India’s successful campaign in the group stage. This victory not only solidified India’s position at the top of Group A but also demonstrated their potential as serious contenders for the title in this tournament.
