MNCA Women's U-23: SHADOW brush aside PCC by 75 runs
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal, April 02 2025: Thangmeiband dominated PCC by 75 runs in Wednesday's clash of the MNCA Women's U-23 One Day Trophy at SEDOC Ground, Kongba Dhobi Lampak.

Electing to bat first, SHADOW posted a formidable total of 219/6 in their allotted 35 overs, a target that proved too steep for PCC to chase down.

The foundation of SHADOW'S victory was laid by a brilliant 71-run knock from Kebriya Devi Sapam, who dominated the PCC bowlers with a flurry of boundaries, striking 9 fours and a six in her 72-ball stay.

Her aggressive approach set the tone early, ensuring SHADOW maintained a healthy run rate despite losing opener Viviene Laishram (16 off 14) cheaply.

Captain Priyanshee Hanglem marshalled her side brilliantly, with Moirangthem Nirupama (37 off 67) providing crucial support in a steady middle-order partnership.

Late contributions from Smita Kangabam (22) and Wahengbam Priyabati Devi (2*) ensured SHADOW crossed the 200-mark, finishing at 219/6 .

For PCC, Nongthombam Langlentholbi Chanu was the standout bowler, claiming 3/30 in her 7 overs, including the key wickets of Laishram and Nirupama.

However, the rest of the attack struggled to contain the flow of runs, conceding 35 wides and 22 no-balls - a costly lapse in discipline.

In reply, PCC's innings never gained momentum.

Despite a gritty 43 from Okram Yashica Devi, the team lost wickets at regular intervals, crumbling to 144/7 in their 35 overs.

Langlentholbi Chanu (34 off 58) tried to anchor the innings, but once she fell to Wahengbam Priyabati Devi (2/31), the chase derailed.

SHADOW's bowlers maintained relentless pressure, with skipper Priyanshee Hanglem (2/22) and Victoria Thokchom (1/17) delivering tight spells.

Sagatpam Hentholbi (2/23) also chipped in with crucial breakthroughs, ensuring PCC never threatened the target.

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