After clinching three consecutive wins over Bangladesh during the 5-match series T20 International tournament, the Indian women's cricket team has showcased phenomenal gameplay at the Sylhet International Stadium. During the 4th T20I match of the series on May 6, 2024, Asha Sobhana made her debut for the team at the age of 33 years and 51 days breaking the previous record held by Seema Pujare, who made her debut for India in an ODI against Sri Lanka in 2008 at the age of 31, becoming the oldest debutant for India in women's internationals.
Notably, no other Indian women's cricket player has made a debut under the age of 30, apart from Asha and Seema. Asha showcased her talent in the Women's Premier League (WPL) as the leading bowler of Smriti Mandhana led the Royal Challengers Bangalore franchise to a 5-wicket haul and became a top wicket-taker grabbing 12 wickets in 10 innings. She also showcased her bowling prowess in the 2023-24 Women's One-Day Trophy, achieving an economy of 2.99 and an average of 11.62.
Additionally, Habiba Islam Pinky, a 14-year-old right-arm pacer also made her debut at the same match along with Asha, emerging to be the second-youngest Bangladeshi player in international cricket, showcasing diversity and passion within women's cricket.
Current Issue
Most Viewed
- 1 Talented Indian Female Actors Who Also Moonlight as Successful Producers
- 2 7 Indian Female Podcasters You Must Know About
- 3 7 Powerful Independent Indian Women Journalists Who are Voices of Change
- 4 Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh: The Creative Mind Behind Netflix India's Popular Shows
- 5 7 Most Influential Women Educators India has had over the Years
- 6 11 Breakthrough Female Faces Ruling the Indian OTT Platforms
- 7 8 Timeless Female Indian Classical Dancers & their Legacy
- 8 Women's Health Startup HerMD Closing Doors Amid Industry Challenges
- 9 Real Meets Reel: A List of 11 Indian Movies based on Real Women
- 10 Rasha Hassan: A Visionary Leader On A Mission To Transform Dubai's Real Estate Landscape
- 11 5 Indian Women-led IPOs You Must Know About
- 12 11 of the Most Iconic 21st Century Women to become "The First Indian Woman"
- 13 India's 7 Funniest Women Stand-Up Comics You Must Follow
- 14 Aparna Purohit : Leading India's Most Popular OTT Platforms
- 15 How Leaders Can Balance Risk & Innovation in Today's Banking Landscape
- 16 Dr. K. Shilpi Reddy: Sculpting Healthier Futures For The Next Generation With Reforms In Obstetrics Care
- 17 Sylvia Dcosta: A Visionary Business Leader Pushing The Limits And Setting High Professional Standards
- 18 Top 5 All-Rounder Women Cricketers of India
- 19 How Tata AIA is Empowering Women with Insurance That Understands Their Needs
