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Amit Shah Hails India’s Win Over Pakistan
After India’s women’s cricket team defeated Pakistan by 88 runs in the ICC Women’s World Cup match, Union Home Minister Amit Shah called the victory a “perfect strike,” applauding India’s dominant display.
Match Highlights
India set a target of 247 runs, thanks to solid contributions from Harleen Deol (46 runs off 65 balls) and a late flourish by Richa Ghosh, who remained unbeaten on 35 off 20 balls. India’s bowlers then held firm, bundling out Pakistan for 159 runs. Spinner Kranti Goud stood out with 3 wickets for 20 runs, while Deepti Sharma also claimed three wickets. Pakistan’s Sidra Amin fought hard with a score of 81 but could not turn the tide.
Controversies and Tensions
The match was not free of drama. At the toss, a mix-up in the coin call led to confusion. The on-field umpire and match referee appeared to hear “heads” instead of “tails.” Later, Pakistan’s opener Muneeba Ali was dismissed under controversial circumstances—initially not out on an LBW appeal, she was eventually given out run out after the umpire reviewed the big screen. The decision triggered protests from Pakistani players.
Additionally, customary handshakes were skipped by both captains at the toss, adding to the tense atmosphere.
Shah’s Reaction
Posting on his social media handle, Amit Shah lauded the team’s performance: “A perfect strike. Dominating display of India’s cricketing might … the nation is proud of our team.” The comment drew both praise and critique, given the charged nature of India-Pakistan sporting rivalries.
With this win, India extends its unbroken record against Pakistan in women’s ODIs to 12-0. The team now eyes upcoming fixtures with renewed confidence, even as diplomatic and sporting tensions persist.
