Bengal on fire! Historic 390-run chase in women's one-day cricket leaves Haryana stunned
Xtra Time Web Desk: Bengal etched their name in history on Monday, December 23, by pulling off the highest successful run chase in Women’s One-Day Cricket. In a thrilling Senior Women’s One-Day Trophy 2024 clash at the Niranjan Shah Stadium Ground C in Rajkot, Bengal overhauled a mammoth 390-run target against Haryana with five balls to spare.
This remarkable feat shattered the previous record set by Northern Districts, who chased 309 against Canterbury in New Zealand’s domestic competition back in 2019. In international cricket, Sri Lanka holds the record for the highest chase, having chased 305 against South Africa earlier this year at Senwes Park in Potchefstroom.
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— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) December 23, 2024
Bengal have achieved the highest successful run chase in Women's List A cricket history, chasing down 390 against Haryana in the Quarter Final at the Niranjan Shah Stadium Ground C in Rajkot ???????? #SWOneday | @IDFCFIRSTBank
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Asked to bat first, Haryana posted an imposing 389/5, powered by a sensational knock from Shafali Verma. The star opener hammered 197 off just 115 deliveries, smashing 22 fours and 11 sixes. Shafali shared a solid 173-run opening stand with Reema Sisodia, who scored 58 off 72 balls. Sonia Mehndiya added the finishing touches with a quick-fire 61 off 41 balls.
Despite the daunting target, Bengal’s batters rose to the occasion, launching an aggressive chase. Tanusree Sarkar led the charge with a blistering 113 off 83 balls at a strike rate of 136.14, hitting 20 boundaries. After Tanusree’s dismissal, Priyanka Bala anchored the chase with an unbeaten 88, guiding Bengal to a historic five-wicket win.
What have we witnessed!!!
— Krithika (@krithika0808) December 23, 2024
BENGAL CHASES DOWN 390 WITH 5 BALLS TO SPARE!!
TAKE A BOW. #SeniorOneDayTrophy pic.twitter.com/WOR3S237dG
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Opener Dhara Gujjar also played a crucial role, scoring 69 off 49 balls, laced with 10 fours and a six, setting the tone for Bengal’s chase. For Haryana, Triveni Vasistha picked up two wickets, but lack of support from others proved costly.
Top 5 Successful Chases in Women’s List-A Cricket:
- 390 – Bengal vs Haryana, 2024
- 309 – Northern Districts vs Canterbury, 2019
- 302 – Sri Lanka vs Australia, 2024
- 292 – Western Storm vs Thunder, 2021
- 290 – Dragons vs Typhoons, 2023
With this record-breaking chase, Bengal has set a new benchmark in women’s cricket, showcasing their batting depth and resilience under pressure.
