Thailand secured their third straight win in the Nepal Women’s T20I Triangular Series by defeating the Netherlands by 17 runs. The Thai bowlers delivered a stellar performance, reducing the Dutch team to 69 runs. Thailand’s batting was modest, scoring 86 runs in total. This victory places Thailand at the top of the tournament standings with six points.
Thailand’s cricket team has achieved their third consecutive victory in the Nepal Women’s T20I Triangular Series, overcoming the Netherlands by 17 runs at TU Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. The match, characterized by low scores, saw Thailand post a modest total of 86 runs, which the Dutch team failed to chase down, bowled out for just 69 runs in 15.5 overs.
In a remarkable bowling performance, Thipatcha Putthawon and Onnicha Kamchomphu each took three wickets, while Chanida Sutthiruang contributed two essential dismissals. The Dutch began their innings poorly, losing early wickets, including that of Phebe Molkenboer, who fell for seven runs. Putthawon’s interventions in the fourth over further decimated the Netherlands’ lineup, leaving them struggling at 21-4.
Babette de Leede emerged as the top scorer for the Netherlands with 25 runs, but her efforts were ultimately in vain as Kamchomphu dismissed her. Despite occasional resistance from Caroline de Lange and Iris Zwilling, who scored 10 and 13 runs respectively, they could not prevent a collapse that sealed the match in Thailand’s favor.
Thailand’s batting performance was shaky, beginning their innings with a poor start at 24-4. The Dutch bowlers, notably Isabel van der Woning, wreaked havoc among the Thai batsmen, leading to significant early dismissals. Phannita Maya’s 12 runs and Sutthiruang’s pivotal 27 runs were key contributions in setting a defendable score for Thailand.
With this victory, Thailand now leads the three-team table with six points from three matches, while the Netherlands trails with four points from four outings. Nepal sits at the bottom, still searching for their first win and will face Thailand next, adding further competition to the series.
The Nepal Women’s T20I Triangular Series is an international cricket tournament featuring teams from Thailand, Nepal, and the Netherlands. It provides a platform for women’s cricket to develop and gain visibility. The matches are played in T20 format, which consists of 20 overs per side, emphasizing quick gameplay and strategic bowling and batting. This series is crucial for the participating teams as they seek to build their rankings and experience in international cricket. The matches are conducted under the auspices of the ICC, which helps promote the women’s game worldwide.
Thailand’s strong performance in the series showcases their bowling prowess, with key players stepping up under pressure. Their victory over the Netherlands highlights the continuing growth of women’s cricket in Thailand and positions them favorably in the tournament standings. As they prepare to face Nepal, Thailand aims to continue their winning streak, while the Netherlands will need to regroup to improve their performance.
Original Source: kathmandupost.com
