Theertha Satish stars with an unbeaten 45 as UAE chase down 103 comfortably to beat Namibia by 7 wickets in the Women’s T20I Tri-Series 2024.
The United Arab Emirates Women got off to a flying start in the Women’s T20I Tri-Series 2024 by defeating Namibia Women by 7 wickets at the Wanderers Cricket Ground, Windhoek. UAE’s wicketkeeper-batter Theertha Satish was the standout performer, anchoring her side’s chase with a brilliant 45* off 35 balls. Namibia’s efforts with the bat saw them set a modest target of 103, which UAE chased down with ease in just 11.4 overs.
After being put into bat, Namibia Women struggled to build momentum against a disciplined UAE bowling attack. Despite a promising start from Sune Wittmann (24 off 32) and Yasmeen Khan (10 off 8), Namibia lost wickets at regular intervals. Indhuja Nandakumar was the pick of the bowlers for UAE, claiming two crucial wickets and conceding just 10 runs in her 4 overs.
Namibia’s middle order failed to get going, with only Wilka Mwatile (11 off 22) and Merczerly Gorases (11 off 16) making minor contributions. Mekelaye Mwatile tried to accelerate the scoring towards the end but Namibia finished at a below-par 102/6 after their 20 overs.
In response, UAE got off to a steady start, with opener Esha Oza falling early for 11. However, Theertha Satish played a calm and composed innings, steering her side to victory with an unbeaten 45, supported by Rinitha Rajith, who played a quick-fire knock of 27 off 11 balls. Mekelaye Mwatile took two wickets for Namibia, but UAE cruised to 103/3 in 11.4 overs, sealing a comprehensive 7-wicket win.
Key Performances:
- Theertha Satish (UAE) – A match-winning 45* off 35 balls to guide UAE to victory.
- Indhuja Nandakumar (UAE) – An outstanding bowling spell of 4-0-10-2, dismantling Namibia’s top order.
Brief Scores:
Namibia Women: 102/6 (Sune Wittmann 24, Indhuja Nandakumar 2/10)
UAE Women: 103/3 (Theertha Satish 45*, Rinitha Rajith 27, Mekelaye Mwatile 2/19)
Result: UAE Women won by 7 wickets
Player of the Match: Theertha Satish – 45* (35 balls)
