In a historic showdown at the St Albans Club, Buenos Aires, the Argentina women’s team showcased their exceptional prowess by thrashing Chile in the first T20 International on Saturday. Lucia Taylor and Albertina Galan emerged as the stars, each scoring centuries and propelling Argentina to an astounding total of 427 runs for the loss of just one wicket. In contrast, Chile struggled, managing a mere 63 runs in reply, succumbing to a staggering 364-run defeat.
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This remarkable match not only marked Argentina’s dominance but also rewrote the record books in women’s T20Is. It set a new milestone, being the first women’s T20I match where a team scored over 350 runs. The previous record was held by Bahrain, which scored 318/1 against Saudi Arabia in the GCC Women’s T20 Championship Cup in 2022.
Deepika Rasangika of Bahrain, with her score of 161, had previously held the record for the highest individual score in women’s T20Is. However, both records were shattered by Argentina’s stellar performance.
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Here are the groundbreaking records established during this sensational match, making it an absolute run-fest for Argentina:
- First 400+ total in women’s T20Is.
- Highest individual score – 169 (Lucia Taylor).
- First triple century partnership – 350 runs (Lucia Taylor and Albertina Galan).
- Fastest women’s T20I century reached in the earliest point of a team’s innings – Lucia Taylor achieved it in 10.2 overs.
- Most no-balls (64) and most extras (73) in a women’s T20I match.
- Most runs conceded in one over – 52 runs, bowled by Florencia Martinez.
- Most runs conceded in an innings – 92 runs by Constanza Oyarce.
Argentina’s extraordinary display didn’t just secure a decisive win; it etched a history in the world of women’s T20 cricket. The exceptional feats accomplished in this match stand as proof of their skill and dedication, establishing a fresh benchmark for excellence in the realm of women’s cricket.
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