Shafali Verma Becomes First Indian Cricketer To Score a Half-Century in Asian Games History, Achieves Feat During Quarterfinal Match Against Malaysia in Hangzhou
The aggressive right-hander took on the Malaysia bowlers, hitting them for three fours and four sixes en route to achieving this milestone. This match is the Indian women's cricket team's debut in the event.
Shafali Verma etched her name in history as she became the first-ever Indian cricketer to score a half-century in the Asian Games. The right-hander achieved this feat while batting against Malaysia in the quarterfinal of the women's cricket competition. Known for her aggressive style of play, Verma got to the mark off 31 balls with three fours and four sixes to her name. The Indian women's cricket team also made its debut in the competition with this game.
Shafali Verma Creates History
Shafali Verma became the first Indian to score a fifty in Asian Games history.
- Shafali created history in China...!!!!! pic.twitter.com/V1ISHSQ0u7
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 21, 2023
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