In a landmark achievement for inclusive sport, the Indian women’s blind cricket team has etched its name in history by winning the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup.

The final, played at the historic P Saravanamuttu Stadium in Colombo, saw India convincingly beat Nepal by seven wickets after restricting the opposition to 114–5. India then chased down 117 for 3 in just 12 overs, capping an unbeaten tournament run.

From the outset of the final, India’s bowling set the tone. After choosing to field first, they applied disciplined lines and tight fielding to frustrate Nepal, conceding only one boundary in the innings.

Nepal’s 114 total was built largely on a top score of 35 by Sarita Ghimire, but the collective pressure imposed by India kept the hosts firmly in control.

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