India into the U19WC 2025 semis, Scotland and Sri Lanka share points
India cruise past Bangladesh to seal semi-final spot as rain splits points between Scotland and Sri Lanka.
The second day of Super Six action saw four teams vying for a place in the semi-finals.
India took on Bangladesh in Kuala Lumpur and delivered a commanding performance, restricting Bangladesh to a mere 64 runs before chasing down the target with ease in just 7.1 overs.
However, Sri Lanka's clash with Scotland was washed out due to persistent rain, forcing both teams to share the points.
The two results mean that three teams are now assured of their spot in the final four: India and Australia from Group 1 and South Africa from Group 2. England and Nigeria are currently best-placed to seal the remaining qualifying spot.
Here’s a detailed account of how Sunday’s play unfolded in Kuala Lumpur.
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India beat Bangladesh by 7 wickets
INDIA v BANGLADESH, MATCH CENTRE
Wet weather in Kuala Lumpur delayed the highly anticipated clash between India and Bangladesh, with rain threatening to force an abandonment of the second match of the day. However, the cricket gods showed mercy, allowing play to resume and ensuring a full spectacle. India won the toss and chose to field, immediately putting Bangladesh under pressure by taking a wicket on the third ball of the match. The Indian bowlers maintained their dominance, either claiming wickets or restricting runs, leaving Bangladesh reeling at 23-5 by the end of the tenth over.
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Skipper Sumaiya Akter and Jannatul Maoua displayed resilience for Bangladesh, putting together a 31-run partnership before Vaishnavi Sharma made a crucial impact with two wickets in the 17th over. Bangladesh managed to reach 64-8 at the end of their 20 overs. Vaishnavi Sharma was the standout bowler, finishing with impressive figures of 3/15, while Shabnam, Joshitha V. J., and Trisha Gongadi each chipped in with a wicket.
India made light work of the chase, facing no resistance from the Bangladesh bowlers as they chased down the target in just 7.1 overs. Trisha Gongadi led the charge with a blazing 40 off 31 balls, featuring an impressive eight boundaries. Habiba Islam Pinky and Mst. Anisa Akter Soba managed to pick up a wicket each, but it wasn’t enough to prevent Bangladesh from suffering a heavy defeat.
Vaishnavi Sharma was awarded Player of the Match for her outstanding figures of 3/15.
With this victory, India secured their spot in the semi-finals with one game remaining against Scotland. Bangladesh are unable to make it out of the Super 6 stage regardless of the result in their final match against the West Indies.
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Sri Lanka v Scotland abandoned after rain delays
SRI LANKA v SCOTLAND, MATCH CENTRE
The wet weather found its way to Malaysia's capital, and the start to Sri Lanka's Super Six showdown with Scotland continued to be pushed back, until time ran out.
The two sides split the points, with neither now able to qualify for the semi-finals.
Scotland will play their last game of the tournament on Tuesday against India, while Sri Lanka will end their campaign with the final match of the Super 6 phase against Australia on Wednesday.