In Match 3 of Group B at Rangiri Dambulla Worldwide Stadium in Dambulla on Saturday (July 20), Thailand Girls secured a 22-run victory towards Malaysia Girls within the Girls’s Asia Cup 2024, regardless of Wan Julia’s valiant effort. Thailand set a goal of 134 runs, which Malaysia didn’t chase, ending their innings at 111/8 in 20 overs.

Thailand’s innings: Setting a aggressive goal

Thailand started their innings aggressively, with Nattaya Boochatham scoring a brisk 18 off 10 balls, together with 4 boundaries. Nevertheless, the staff confronted early setbacks as Nannaphat Chaihan and Boochatham had been dismissed inside the first three overs. Nannapat Koncharoenkai supplied stability with a strong 40 off 35 balls, whereas Phannita Maya contributed 29 off 28 balls. Regardless of frequent wickets, Thailand managed to put up a aggressive whole of 133/6 of their 20 overs.

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Wan Julia’s lone battle for Malaysia

Of their chase for 134, Malaysia struggled to keep up a gradual run price. Captain Winifred Duraisingam scored 22 off 28 balls, however it was Wan Julia’s innings that stood out as she top-scored with 52 off 53 balls. The remainder of the batting lineup fell in need of important contributions, with solely Elsa Hunter reaching double figures. Thailand’s disciplined bowling and fielding efforts had been instrumental in proscribing Malaysia to 111/8 in 20 overs, securing a cushty victory for Thailand.

Julia’s outstanding efficiency was the spotlight of Malaysia’s innings. Regardless of scoring 52 off 53 balls and offering a lone struggle for her staff, the shortage of considerable assist from her batting companions was detrimental. Her effort, whereas commendable, was not sufficient to steer Malaysia to victory.

Thailand’s expertise in defending low scores paying off. They’re feeding off the nervousness and insecurity from the Malaysian decrease order/tail. That opening over the place Malaysia conceded 15+ actually hurting them now. #AsiaCup2024 #WomensAsiaCup

— Lavanya 🎙️🎥👩🏻‍💻 (@lav_narayanan) July 20, 2024

Thailand defeated Malaysia by 22 runs 🏏

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