Deepti Sharma India produced one of the best bowling displays of his T20 World Cup career as he cruised to a massive 64-run victory over India. Pakistan in the opening match ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Edgbaston. The experienced all-rounder humbly attributed his success to his blessings after being adjudged Man of the Match for scoring 5 goals. Lord Hanuman also praises his teammates for the memorable victory. Speaking after the match, Deepti chose gratitude over personal glory despite putting in a game-changing performance that dismantled Pakistan’s batting line-up.
Deepti Sharma pays heartfelt tribute to Lord Hanuman after his unforgettable performance against Pakistan
Reflecting on her spectacular performance with the ball, Deepti remained humble despite producing a match-winning spell. Instead of focusing on his individual achievement, he credited the entire team for the victory and expressed his deep gratitude for the support shown to him. He also confessed his faith in Lord Hanuman and said it gave him strength and confidence during the competition. His spell proved decisive as Pakistan’s chase collapsed dramatically after gaining momentum.
“All credit goes to the team and I am very grateful. Hanuman Ji is great” Deepti said after finishing the T20 World Cup with career-best bowling figures of 5 for 10.
Smart changes and patience pay rich dividends
Deepti explained that the nature of the Edgbaston surface suits his style of bowling. With the help available for spin, he relied on subtle changes in tempo rather than trying to force bounces. According to the Indian all-rounder, slowing the ball out of the air and hitting the right areas consistently allowed him to anticipate shots. He also noted that varying his pace helped build pressure on almost every delivery, resulting in wickets. The performance highlighted not only his skill but also his ability to adapt quickly in reading situations and high-pressure matches.
“I like wickets like that. I think because it’s spinning, I changed my speed with every ball and every time. That helped me a lot. I believe in myself and play a little bit slower in the air and focus on the right areas. That’s what I’ve been doing,” Deepti added.
India recover strongly before the bowlers take over
India’s innings had started on an uncertain note after falling to 18 for 2 early on. However, Smriti Mandhana He made a smooth 44 off 68 deliveries, setting the platform for a competitive score. captain Harmanpreet Kaur Richa Ghosh added valuable runs with 36 balls while providing late momentum with 34 off just 17 balls. Their efforts lifted India to 170 for 6 after 20 overs. Pakistan’s reply started positively enough, with Muneeba Ali scoring 41 to help his side reach 75 for 3. But once Deepti found her rhythm, the chase settled down quickly.
Deepti’s sharp spell led to an extraordinary collapse in which Pakistan lost their last seven wickets for just 31 runs. He also contributed in the field with a crisp direct hit that further dashed the opposition’s hopes. A young spinner Shree Charani He impressed on his World Cup debut, claiming 3 for 21, cleaning up the lower order and helping Pakistan to 106 for 17.
Deepti also admitted that ICC tournaments bring out the best in her and said she always enjoys performing on the biggest stages. Based on their win against Pakistan, India will be hoping that trend continues as they chase World Cup glory in 2026.
This article was originally published here WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.
