India Women (IND-W) delivered a commanding performance against arch-rivals Pakistan Women (PAK-W) in Match 6 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Edgbaston on Sunday. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur led her side to a comprehensive 64-run victory, thanks to a brilliant all-round display.
India’s Dominant Batting Display
India posted a competitive total of 170/6 in their 20 overs, with opener Smriti Mandhana leading the charge. The stylish left-hander smashed a quickfire 68 off just 44 balls, setting the tone for a big total. The Indian middle order chipped in with valuable contributions to ensure the team crossed the 170-run mark, putting immense pressure on the Pakistani bowlers.
Deepti Sharma’s Five-Wicket Haul Seals the Win
Chasing 171, Pakistan never really got going as India’s spin wizard Deepti Sharma ran through their batting lineup. Deepti picked up a sensational five-wicket haul, completely dismantling Pakistan’s hopes of a successful chase. Her exceptional bowling performance ensured Pakistan fell well short of the target, handing India a comfortable 64-run victory.
India’s Strong T20 Record Against Pakistan
This win further extended India’s dominance over Pakistan in T20 internationals. The head-to-head record now stands at 13-3 in India’s favor. The last time these two sides met was during the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in Dubai, where India secured a convincing six-wicket victory.
Looking Ahead: India’s Quest for a Historic White-Ball Double
This victory comes on the back of India’s historic ODI World Cup triumph at home in November 2025, where they broke their ICC trophy drought. With three veteran players from the 2017 ODI World Cup final squad—Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, and Deepti Sharma—still leading the charge, India now has a golden opportunity to achieve a historic white-ball double by winning the T20 World Cup in England.
