Shafali Verma and Sneh Rana Lead India to Victory Against South Africa in Chennai
On Monday, India achieved a remarkable 10-wicket victory over South Africa in a one-off Test match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. This win was powered by Shafali Verma’s double century and Sneh Rana’s ten-wicket haul.
Match Highlights
India declared their first innings at a record-breaking 603/6, with Shafali Verma scoring 205 runs and Smriti Mandhana adding 149. South Africa, led by Laura Wolvaardt, managed 266 in their first innings. Sneh Rana’s exceptional bowling restricted them to this total.
In their second innings, South Africa put up a stronger fight, with Laura Wolvaardt scoring 122 and Sune Luus adding 109. Despite their efforts, they were all out for 373, setting India a target of just 37 runs.
Shubha Satheesh and Shafali Verma easily chased down the target in 9.2 overs, securing a 10-wicket win for India.
Key Performances
| Player | Performance |
|---|---|
| Shafali Verma | 205 runs |
| Smriti Mandhana | 149 runs |
| Sneh Rana | 10 wickets |
| Laura Wolvaardt | 122 runs |
| Sune Luus | 109 runs |
India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur and Richa Ghosh also made significant contributions, with scores of 69 and 86 respectively. The Indian team set a new record for the highest total in women’s Test history, surpassing Australia’s previous record.
