The Senior Women’s One Day 2025-26 witnessed another commanding display of talent and dominance as India international Harleen Deol once again anchored Himachal Pradesh to victory, while Haryana delivered one of the most emphatic wins of the tournament with a staggering 312-run margin over Arunachal Pradesh.
Himachal Pradesh maintained their unbeaten run in Group D with an authoritative eight-wicket victory over Andhra in the third round – all thanks to Harleen’s composed and match-defining knock.
Chasing a modest target, the experienced batter played with remarkable assurance, finishing unbeaten on 89* off 81 balls to steer her side home comfortably. Her innings, laced with well-timed boundaries and sharp running between the wickets, underlined her importance as the backbone of the Himachal batting unit.
This marked Himachal Pradesh’s third consecutive win in the ongoing edition, strengthening their position at the top of Group D. Harleen’s consistency has been a major talking point, as she has repeatedly stepped up in pressure situations, providing stability and leadership to a side brimming with young talent. Her calm presence at the crease ensured that there were no hiccups during the chase, as Himachal wrapped up the contest with overs to spare.
While Himachal celebrated another clinical outing, Haryana stole the spotlight elsewhere with a breathtaking all-round performance against Arunachal Pradesh. Batting first, Haryana produced a batting masterclass, piling up a mammoth 425 for three in their allotted 50 overs. The innings was powered by twin centuries from captain Tanishka Sharma and Tanisha Ohlan, both of whom showcased relentless intent and control.
Tanishka Sharma led from the front with a brilliant 135, setting the tone for the innings, while Tanisha Ohlan went a step further with a sensational unbeaten 185*. Ohlan’s knock was a display of clean hitting and composure, as she dominated the bowling attack and ensured Haryana crossed the 400-run mark with ease.
Arunachal Pradesh found themselves under immense pressure right from the start of the chase, and the Haryana bowlers capitalised ruthlessly. Pooja Phogat delivered an outstanding spell, returning figures of four for 28, as Arunachal were restricted to 113 for nine at the end of 50 overs. The disciplined bowling effort complemented Haryana’s batting fireworks, resulting in a crushing 312-run victory, one of the biggest margins in the competition so far.
As the Senior Women’s One Day Trophy progresses, star performances like Harleen Deol’s consistent leadership for Himachal Pradesh and Haryana’s record-breaking team effort continue to highlight the growing depth and competitiveness in India’s domestic women’s cricket circuit. With several matches still to come, the tournament promises more standout displays and emerging stories across groups and associations.
