India Women’s cricket team was fined for a slow over-rate despite their commanding nine-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the opening match of the Women’s Tri-Series. The International Cricket Council (ICC) imposed a five percent fine on the Indian team for being one over short of the target, even with time allowances considered. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur accepted the penalty without a formal hearing. On the field, India bowled Sri Lanka out for just 147 runs, with Sneh Rana taking three wickets. Chasing a reduced target of 150 runs, India comfortably reached the target in 29.4 overs, thanks to an unbeaten 50 from Pratika Rawal.
India Fined for Slow Over-Rate Despite Dominant Win Over Sri Lanka
The Indian Women’s cricket team kicked off their tri-series campaign with a dominant nine-wicket win over Sri Lanka in Colombo. However, despite the convincing victory, India Fined for Slow Over-Rate. The International Cricket Council (ICC) fined the Indian side five percent of their match fees after they were found to be one over short of the target even after considering all time allowances. Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur accepted the sanction, avoiding the need for a formal hearing. The charge was laid by the on-field umpires Anna Harris and Nimali Perera, with support from third and fourth umpires.
On the cricketing front, India chose to field first and put in an impressive bowling display, bundling Sri Lanka out for 147 runs in 38.1 overs. Sneh Rana starred with the ball, picking up three wickets for 31 runs, while Deepti Sharma and Nallapureddy Charani chipped in with two wickets each. Hasini Perera was the top scorer for Sri Lanka with 30 runs. Due to rain, the match was reduced to 39 overs in the second innings. India chased the target easily, reaching 150/1 in just 29.4 overs. Pratika Rawal remained unbeaten on 50, while Smriti Mandhana and Harleen Deol made valuable contributions with the bat. India Fined for Slow Over-Rate After Big Win Over Sri Lanka.
India fined for slow over-rate despite a dominant win over Sri Lanka, ensuring a strong start to the Women’s Tri-Series.
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