Overview
- India defeated South Africa by 52 runs at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium to claim the title after eliminating Australia in the semi-final.
- Richa Ghosh hit 34 off 24 balls with three fours and two sixes, helping India post 298 for seven in the final as South Africa were bowled out for 246.
- Across the tournament she scored 235 runs in eight innings at an average of 39.16 and a strike rate of 133.52, according to reporting from Times Now.
- She started as the only girl at a Siliguri camp, moved from bowling to wicketkeeping under coach Gopal Saha, and drew early notice from WV Raman with backing from Jhulan Goswami.
- Her father describes a fearless childhood and says shifting to Kolkata proved decisive, with her success prompting pride at home and plans to welcome her back.