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Shafali Varma reaches 3,000 T20I runs as India defeats Pakistan in Dubai

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 10:50 PM

Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Shafali Varma reaches 3,000 T20I runs as India defeats Pakistan in Dubai

Summary

India opener Shafali Varma set new benchmarks for age and efficiency during the Women’s Asia Cup match in Dubai on Saturday. At 22 years and 220 days old, she became the youngest player to reach 3,000 T20I runs, while also establishing the record for reaching the milestone in the fewest balls faced at 2,182 deliveries. Pakistan struggled throughout their innings, recording their lowest T20I total after being bowled out for 56. Shree Charani and Prema Rawat led the Indian bowling attack with three wickets apiece. India chased the target in 8.4 overs, finishing at 57/3 to secure a seven-wicket victory. The win confirms India as the top finisher in Group A for the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Shafali Varma reached 3,000 T20I runs at 22 years and 220 days old.
•The 2,182 balls faced mark represents the fastest pace to 3,000 runs in women's T20Is.
•Pakistan was bowled out for 56, their lowest T20I total ever.
•India finished the chase at 57/3 to finalize a seven-wicket win.
•Shree Charani and Prema Rawat each took three wickets against Pakistan.

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10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Shafali Varma scripts history, becomes fastest and youngest to reach 3,000 T20I runs in women’s cricket

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At just twenty-two years and 220 days old, Shafali Verma made history by becoming the youngest player ever to score 3,000 runs in T20 internationals. She also claimed the title for the fastest to reach this milestone in terms of balls faced. In a decisive match, India easily chased down Pakistan's meager total of fifty-six, securing a resounding seven-wicket victory.
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