Trisha Gongadi became the first woman to get a century in the ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup. She scored a century off only 53 balls in a Super Six match against Scotland on Tuesday. Her spectacular innings not only helped India win the match, but she also became the tournament’s first player to achieve a century.
Scotland won the toss and chose to field first, seeking to restrict India’s batting order. However, openers Trisha Gongadi and Kamalini G took a more aggressive approach, launching a flurry of boundaries. By the end of the PowerPlay, India had raced to 67-0, establishing a solid foundation.
At the midway point, India stood on 104 without losing a wicket. Gongadi, in top form, maintained her onslaught, forging an important partnership with Sanika Chalke. The Indian openers broke records by putting together an astounding 147-run stand, the greatest partnership in this edition of the competition.
India eventually posted a massive total of 208-1, leaving Scotland with a steep chase. Gongadi’s extraordinary performance will be recognised as a watershed moment in Women’s U-19 cricket, setting new standards for young cricketers worldwide.
