Shree Charani writes history, equals Poonam Yadav’s Women’s T20 World Cup record | Cricket News:

Shree Charani (Pic credit: BCCI Women)

NEW DELHI: India’s rising left-arm spinner Shree Charani has equaled the record for most wickets taken by an Indian bowler in a Women’s T20 World Cup edition, equaling Poonam YadavThe tally of 10 wickets from the 2020 tournament.Charani reached the landmark during India’s Group A clash against South Africa in the ongoing 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup in England, achieving the feat in her third match of the tournament.The 21-year-old has now taken 10 wickets for 64 runs in 12 overs at an impressive economy rate of 5.33, highlighting his rapid rise on the global stage.With at least two league games to go – and possibly more in the knockout stages – Charani now stands on the brink of making history by becoming the outright record-holder.

India’s most wickets in a Women’s T20 World Cup edition

Charani shines despite India’s loss to South Africa

Equaling Charani’s record came in a tense contest at a crucial stage of the tournament, though India eventually fell to South Africa by six wickets.Chasing India’s total of 158/7 with five balls to spare, South Africa finished on 161/4, powered by a superb unbeaten 81 from Marizanne Kapp.Kapp, who also contributed with the ball, took advantage of two falling chances to anchor a decisive 97-run partnership with Tazmin Brits (40), which swung the game in South Africa’s favour.India briefly took control through Charani’s brilliance in the powerplay. She struck twice in a torturous spell, dismissing Laura Wolvaardt and Annerie Dercksen in quick succession to break South Africa’s early momentum.However, failed chances on the field allowed the Proteas to bounce back, with Kapp using his lifelines to guide his team home.Earlier, India struggled on a slow pitch and were reduced from 54 not out to 83 for four before Deepti Sharma (29) and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (24) got the innings going. Despite their efforts, India could only post a below-par total.While India fell short in the match, Charani’s consistency emerged as one of the biggest positives of the campaign. With two matches left in the group stage and a possible knockout run ahead, she now has a realistic chance of surpassing Poonam Yadav and owning the record.