West Zone delivered a commanding all-round performance to defeat North Zone by 25 runs, clinching the title in the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy 2025 final held at the Nagaland Cricket Stadium, Sovima. A composed batting display backed by disciplined bowling proved decisive as West Zone lifted the championship trophy.
West Zone – Innings: 169/4 in 20.0 overs
After being put in to bat, West Zone posted an impressive total of 169/4, anchored by crucial partnerships throughout the innings.
- Humairaa Kaazi led from the front with a superb 58 off 44 balls, earning her the Player of the Match award for her composed and match-defining knock.
- T S Hasabnis provided stability with a steady 43 off 35, guiding the middle overs.
- K P Navgire added late-innings momentum with an explosive 34 off 18 balls, shifting the pressure back onto North Zone.
For North Zone, Nazma was once again the standout bowler, finishing with 2/34 in 4 overs and consistently troubling the batters.
North Zone – Innings: 144/4 in 20.0 overs
Chasing a target of 170, North Zone struggled to accelerate against West Zone’s clinical bowling unit.
- Ayushi Soni top-scored with a determined and unbeaten 53 off 40 balls, holding the innings together.
- However, regular dot balls and disciplined field placements by West Zone restricted North Zone’s ability to build momentum.
West Zone’s bowlers executed their plans with precision:
- Saima Thakor – 1/25
- Kesha – 1/26
- A A Patil – 1/27
Their controlled spells ensured North Zone remained behind the required run rate throughout the chase.
Match Summary
- Toss: North Zone elected to field
- Result: West Zone won by 25 runs
- Player of the Match: Humairaa Kaazi (West Zone) – 58 (44)
Top Performers
West Zone:
- Humairaa Kaazi – 58 (44)
- T S Hasabnis – 43 (35)
- K P Navgire – 34 (18)
North Zone:
- Ayushi Soni – 53* (40)
- Nazma – 2/34 (4.0)
Champions & Runners-Up
Champions: West Zone
A complete team performance throughout the tournament and a dominant showing in the final secured their championship title.
Runners-Up: North Zone
A spirited campaign marked by standout individual contributions and resilience, finishing as well-deserved finalists.
Player of the Series
K P Navgire (West Zone)
- 6 Matches
- 5 Innings
- 245 Runs
- Strike Rate: 177.53
Her explosive batting and consistent match-winning performances throughout the tournament established her as the standout performer of the 2025 edition.
West Zone’s triumph marks the conclusion of an exciting and competitive edition of the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal T20 Trophy, showcasing top-tier women’s cricket and exceptional talent at the Nagaland Cricket Stadium, Sovima.
