India, Australia, and New Zealand Dominate ICC Women's T20 World Cup Warm-Ups

On the second day of ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 warm-ups, New Zealand, Australia, and India secured decisive victories over South Africa, England, and the West Indies. India triumphed by 20 runs, New Zealand won by eight wickets, and Australia clinched a 34-run victory.

On the second day of warm-up matches for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, New Zealand, Australia, and India secured convincing wins over South Africa, England, and the West Indies.

India achieved a 20-run win over the West Indies despite an early scare. Captain Hayley Matthews' impressive bowling put India under pressure by claiming key wickets of Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana. Jemimah Rodrigues and Yastika Bhatia anchored the innings, taking India past 140. The West Indies fell short, finishing at 121/8, thanks to Pooja Vastrakar's stellar 3/20 performance.

New Zealand's Amelia Kerr led her team to a dominant victory against South Africa. Kerr and Leigh Kasperek's bowling restricted South Africa to 92. Kerr also contributed with the bat, forming a steady partnership with Sophie Devine, securing an eight-wicket victory comfortably.

Australia's Beth Mooney and Tahlia McGrath powered their team to a 34-run win over England. Mooney's rapid 50 and McGrath's all-round performance set up a strong total of 162/6. England started well but faltered due to quick wickets, ending their chase at 128.

(With inputs from agencies.)