VIDARBHA dominated Sikkim and registered a comprehensive 9-wicket victory in their Elite Group C match of the Senior Women’s T20 Trophy in Lucknow on Wednesday. Vidarbha bowlers restricted Sikkim to 91- 9 in 20 overs after opting to bowl first. Gargi Wankar picked three wickets, Shreya Lanjewar took two while Aaysuhi Thakre and Arti Bahenwal claimed one wicket each. Vidarbha openers Disha Kasat and Aayushi added 90 runs in a rollicking first wicket stand in 9.5 overs.

 

Disha was dismissed for 46 off 32 balls, hitting four boundaries and two sixes, but Aayushi remained not out on 41 off 27 deliveries, hitting seven boundaries. She was adjudged the Player of the Match. Vidarbha now have 20points from six matches. They play Kerala onNovember 6 in their last league match. Brief scores: Sikkim91-9 in 20 overs (Gargi Wankar 3-8, Shreya Lanjewar 2-13, Aayushi Thakre 1-13). Vidarbha 94-1 in10 overs (Disha Kasat 46, Aayushi Thakre 41 not out). Result: Vidarbha won by 9 wickets. Player of the Match: Aayushi Thakre.