OVER 10: Pakistan 72/3

Pakistan breaks the squeeze with a productive over, collecting 9 runs off Sree Charani. Muneeba Ali led the response with a fluent strokeplay, finding gaps through the off side and also sweeping neatly for a boundary.

Charani started the over well, but Pakistan managed to shift gears midway, using the width and lofted drives to release pressure after a series of tight overs.

A much-needed counterpunch from Pakistan as they look to rebuild their chase in the middle phase.

OVER 9: Pakistan 62/3

A tight and controlled over from Deepti Sharma as Pakistan were kept largely in check, managing just three runs. The off-spinner continued to build pressure with her accuracy, mixing defensive lines with subtle turn to restrict the batters’ freedom.

Natalia Pervaiz survived a close LBW call early in the over, with the review going in India’s favour on umpire’s call, adding to the tension in the middle overs. Despite a couple of singles and a well-judged sweep, Pakistan struggled to break free against Deepti’s discipline.

Another composed over from India’s spin leader as the squeeze continues in the chase.

OVER 8: Pakistan 59/3

India’s spinners continue to tighten the screws as Sree Charani makes an immediate impact in her very first over, picking up a wicket to further dent Pakistan’s chase. After a steady start with singles on both sides of the wicket, Charani struck when Saira Jabeen miscued a stroke and was safely pouched by Harmanpreet Kaur at short extra cover.

Muneeba Ali kept the scoreboard moving with a couple of controlled strokes, but Pakistan struggled to find boundaries as India’s spin duo began to dictate terms on a slowing Edgbaston surface.

A disciplined over from India, adding pressure with every delivery as they continue to claw their way back into the contest.

OVER 7: Pakistan 55/2

India tighten their grip on the contest with another disciplined over from Deepti Sharma, who strikes for the second time in her spell. After an early boundary, she kept things under control and was rewarded when Ayesha Zafar’s sweep found Smriti Mandhana at short fine leg, ending a promising innings.

Muneeba Ali tried to keep Pakistan steady with a couple of singles and a crisp cover drive, but the pressure built through dot balls and accurate lines made scoring increasingly difficult.

Just three runs and a wicket from the over as India continue to swing momentum back in their favour in the middle overs.

OVER 6: Pakistan 52/1

Pakistan finish the powerplay strongly with a productive over, collecting 13 runs off Arundhati Reddy. Ayesha Zafar led the charge with a flurry of boundaries, striking back-to-back fours through the off side after earlier picking up a clean flick over mid-wicket.

Despite a couple of tight deliveries, Pakistan kept the scoreboard moving with smart placement and quick running between the wickets, ensuring the pressure remains on India heading into the middle phase.

A strong end to the Powerplay for Pakistan, who have maintained a healthy scoring rate while keeping wickets in hand.

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OVER 5: Pakistan 39/1

India strike back with a tight and disciplined over from Deepti Sharma, who immediately brings control into the innings. After a couple of dot balls and a well-fielded cut shot, Deepti tempted Gull Feroza into a risky reverse sweep, which resulted in a simple catch at point.

Muneeba Ali managed to keep the scoreboard moving with a single, but India largely dominated the over, conceding just two runs and picking up a crucial breakthrough.

A strong response from India after a fast start by Pakistan, as the bowlers begin to settle into a rhythm.

OVER 4: Pakistan 37/0

Pakistan continue their aggressive start with another productive over, collecting runs freely through both edges and well-placed ground strokes. Gull Feroza set the tone with a strong pull shot early in the over, while Muneeba Ali carried the momentum with a well-timed sweep and a crisp boundary through fine leg.

India had a chance to apply brakes when a difficult chance went down at point, giving Muneeba another life and she made it count immediately with a fluent stroke for four.

Despite a few tight deliveries, Pakistan keep the scoring rate high, maintaining pressure on the Indian bowlers inside the Powerplay.

OVER 3: Pakistan 25/0

A lively over for Pakistan as they collect 25 runs through a mix of innovation and aggressive strokeplay. Kranti Gaud was taken on early, with Muneeba Ali leading the charge by bringing out inventive shots, including a fine scoop over short fine leg and a well-timed pull behind square.

Gull Feroza also joined in with positive intent, finding boundaries square of the wicket and behind point. Most of Pakistan’s scoring came through behind-the-wicket areas, where they used the pace of the bowler effectively.

OVER 2: Pakistan 11/0

A tight and controlled over from Shreyanka Patil as Pakistan managed just three runs. The off-spinner kept things disciplined on a good length, mixing her pace well and not allowing the batters to free their arms.

Muneeba Ali and Gull Feroza found it difficult to break free, with most deliveries either defended or worked for singles. It was a tidy start from India’s spin unit inside the powerplay, building early pressure through dot balls and smart variations.

OVER 1: Pakistan 8/0

Pakistan get their chase underway with a positive start, collecting eight runs from the opening over. Arundhati Reddy was greeted with an early boundary as Muneeba Ali sliced one over short third man via a thick outside edge off the very first ball.

Despite the early boundary, India managed to settle quickly as Reddy tightened her lines, with most of the over featuring controlled singles and steady rotation of strike between Muneeba Ali and Gull Feroza. A couple of extras also added to Pakistan’s tally, helping them keep the scoreboard ticking without taking undue risks.

A steady opening over for the chase, with Pakistan off the mark in a cautious but positive manner.

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OVER 20: India 170/6

A dramatic final over brings India’s innings to a close on a high-scoring note, despite Richa Ghosh falling just short of finishing the innings. Fatima Sana struck early in the over, removing Richa after her blistering cameo when she missed a wild swing and saw her stumps rattled.

The over itself was chaotic, featuring wides, a boundary, and a five-wides delivery that added valuable runs to India’s total. Deepti Sharma and the lower order ensured India kept the scoreboard moving, with a couple of well-placed strokes and extras pushing India to a strong finish.

Richa’s explosive late innings, combined with Smriti Mandhana’s earlier brilliance, helped India recover from early setbacks and post a competitive 170/6 at Edgbaston. Pakistan now face a challenging chase under pressure in a high-stakes World Cup opener.

OVER 19: India 155/5

What a turnaround from India! After being tied down for much of the death overs, the Women in Blue exploded in the 19th over, plundering 23 runs off Tasmia Rubab.

Deepti Sharma got things started with a much-needed boundary before Richa Ghosh took complete control. The wicketkeeper-batter launched a sensational assault, smashing four fours and a towering six in the over. She first cleared mid-off for four, then sent one sailing over long-on for six before adding two more boundaries, including a fortunate edge over short third and a powerful pull shot to finish the over.

The late blitz has completely shifted the momentum, with India surging past the 150-run mark and putting significant pressure back on Pakistan heading into the final over.

OVER 18: India 132/5

Pakistan continue to dominate the death overs as Nashra Sundhu delivers another outstanding over, conceding just three runs. Deepti Sharma picked up a couple and a single, but boundaries remained elusive as Pakistan's bowlers tightened the screws.

Richa Ghosh found it difficult to break free, managing three dot balls in the over, including a missed sweep attempt. With India scoring just 15 runs in the last three overs while losing key wickets, the momentum has firmly swung back in Pakistan's favour.

India have just two overs left to push towards a competitive total, with Richa and Deepti needing a strong finish.

OVER 17: India 129/5

Pakistan has landed another crucial blow in the death overs, with captain Fatima Sana dismissing her opposite number Harmanpreet Kaur. Looking to accelerate, Harmanpreet flicked one towards deep square leg but found Natalia Pervaiz in the deep, ending a valuable knock of 31.

Deepti Sharma got off the mark with a couple, while Richa Ghosh continued to keep the scoreboard ticking. Despite the wicket, India added seven runs from the over, but Pakistan will feel they have pulled things back nicely after removing both Mandhana and Harmanpreet in quick succession.

With three overs remaining, the responsibility now falls on Richa and Deepti to provide the finishing flourish.

OVER 16: India 122/4

Pakistan continue to keep a lid on the scoring at the death. Nashra Sundhu delivered an excellent over, conceding just five runs and denying Harmanpreet Kaur any boundary opportunities.

The Indian skipper managed a couple of twos through the leg side but was largely restricted by Nashra's disciplined line and length. Richa Ghosh picked up a single at the start of the over, but Pakistan will be pleased with the pressure they have created heading into the final four overs.

With wickets in hand, India will be looking for a late surge, but Pakistan's bowlers are making every run hard-earned.

OVER 15: India 117/4

Pakistan struck again early in the over as Sadia Iqbal removed Bharti Fulmali for just 1. Looking to attack, Fulmali charged down the track but was beaten by the turn, allowing Muneeba Ali to complete a sharp stumping.

Richa Ghosh, however, wasted no time settling in. The wicketkeeper-batter announced her arrival with a crisp boundary through point before rotating the strike alongside Harmanpreet Kaur. Despite the wicket, India still managed seven runs from the over and will look to accelerate through their experienced pair in the final five overs.

OVER 14: India 110/3

Pakistan finally breaks the threatening partnership as Rameen Shamim dismisses Smriti Mandhana after a superb innings. The left-hander looked set for a bigger score and had just struck another lofted boundary over extra cover before attempting a similar shot again, only to find captain Fatima Sana at long-on.

Mandhana departs for a brilliant 68 off 43 balls, an innings featuring nine fours and two sixes that rescued India after the early wickets. The partnership with Harmanpreet Kaur laid a strong platform, but Pakistan will be relieved to see the back of India's most dominant batter.

Bharti Fulmali has joined Harmanpreet at the crease as India enter the final six overs looking to capitalize on the foundation built by Mandhana.

OVER 13: India 104/2

A game-changing over for India as 19 runs came off Sadia Iqbal's over. Smriti Mandhana rode her luck early when a catch was put down at deep mid-wicket, with the chance turning into a six after the fielder spilled the ball over the boundary rope.

The missed opportunity proved costly as India cashed in immediately. Harmanpreet Kaur joined the party with back-to-back boundaries, first sweeping one into the gap and then slicing another through point and cover. Mandhana capped off the over with a couple as India's well-set pair shifted gears.

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OVER 12: India 85/2

Smriti Mandhana is putting on a masterclass at Edgbaston. The left-hander brought up a superb half-century in style, charging down the track and lofting Rameen Shamim over the covers for four.

Mandhana wasn't done there. She followed it up with another boundary, clearing her front leg and dispatching the ball into the vacant long-on region as India collected 11 runs from the over. The opener is now firmly in control, mixing elegance with aggression as Pakistan struggle to contain her.

With Harmanpreet Kaur providing solid support at the other end, India's recovery has turned into a strong platform heading into the latter half of the innings.

OVER 11: India 74/2

India continues to build momentum through Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur, collecting nine runs from Nashra Sundhu's over. Mandhana was the aggressor once again, showcasing her class with a beautiful lofted drive over extra cover for four after using her feet brilliantly.

The left-hander also picked up a couple and rotated the strike well, while Harmanpreet chipped in with a single. The partnership is beginning to frustrate Pakistan after the early breakthroughs, with both batters now looking increasingly comfortable at the crease.

OVER 10: India 65/2

India's innings is gathering momentum, with 11 runs coming off the 10th over. Smriti Mandhana set the tone immediately, dancing down the track to Tasmia Rubab and launching a superb lofted drive over mid-off for a six.

Harmanpreet Kaur continued to rotate the strike effectively, adding a couple of boundaries-free but valuable runs as the partnership crossed the 40-run mark. Pakistan managed to keep things tidy after the opening delivery, but the over firmly belonged to India.

At the halfway stage, India are 65/2, with Mandhana and Harmanpreet looking well set and ready to accelerate further.

OVER 9: India 54/2

A much-needed over for India as Harmanpreet Kaur takes on Nashra Sundhu. The Indian skipper broke the shackles with two classy boundaries, first a delightful cover drive after using her feet, then an excellent sweep over backward square leg.

Ten runs came from the over, helping India regain some momentum after a period of tight bowling. The partnership with Smriti Mandhana is beginning to settle, with both batters looking more comfortable at the crease.

IND vs PAK LIVE: Mandhana survives as Pakistan put down a crucial chance

Pakistan missed a golden opportunity to break the growing partnership between Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur in the eighth over. Mandhana, looking to accelerate, mistimed a lofted stroke off Tasmia Rubab, but Aliya Riaz failed to hold on to a straightforward chance at mid-off.

The dropped catch could prove costly, with Mandhana continuing her innings after a fortunate escape. Apart from that missed opportunity, Pakistan maintained control, conceding just five singles in a tidy over.

India's experienced pair are steadily rebuilding after the early setbacks, although the run rate remains under six an over as Pakistan's bowlers continue to apply pressure.

India: 46/2 after 8 overs

IND vs PAK LIVE: Pakistan tighten the screws after powerplay

Pakistan continued to keep India's batters in check after the powerplay, with Rameen Shamim delivering another economical over. Just three runs came from the seventh over as Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur focused on rebuilding rather than taking risks.

Both batters managed to rotate the strike, but Pakistan's disciplined line and length ensured there were no boundary opportunities. Harmanpreet, in particular, was forced into a watchful approach, playing out two dot balls as the fielding side maintained pressure.

After a promising finish to the Powerplay, India have been slowed down again, with Pakistan controlling the tempo through tight bowling.

India: 41/2 after 7 overs

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IND vs PAK LIVE: Mandhana's late boundary gives India a respectable Powerplay finish

Smriti Mandhana continued to anchor India's recovery with another timely boundary in the final over of the Powerplay. After a steady over from Pakistan captain Fatima Sana, the left-hander finished the sixth over in style, stepping forward and driving straight back past the bowler for four.

The over began with a no-ball from Fatima, gifting India an extra run, while Harmanpreet Kaur and Mandhana rotated the strike effectively. Pakistan's bowlers largely kept the scoring under control, but Mandhana's crisp boundary off the final delivery ensured India ended the Powerplay on a positive note.

Despite losing Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues early, India have managed to stabilize through a growing partnership between Mandhana and Harmanpreet.

India: 38/2 after 6 overs

IND vs PAK LIVE: Mandhana counterattacks with consecutive boundaries to lift India

Just when Pakistan appeared to be tightening their grip, Smriti Mandhana responded with a timely counterattack in the fifth over. Facing the newly introduced Rameen Shamim, the Indian opener struck back-to-back boundaries to keep the scoreboard moving after the loss of two early wickets.

Mandhana first swept a leg-side delivery past short fine leg for four before producing a well-controlled pull shot through deep backward square leg for another boundary. The elegant left-hander continued to look India's most assured batter, rotating the strike effectively alongside captain Harmanpreet Kaur.

The over yielded 10 runs, providing much-needed momentum to the innings after a cautious start and two wickets inside the powerplay.

India: 30/2 after 5 overs

IND vs PAK LIVE: Tasmia Rubab strikes on debut as India slip to 20/2

Pakistan's bowlers continue to dominate the early exchanges at Edgbaston, with left-arm pacer Tasmia Rubab making an immediate impact. Introduced into the attack in the fourth over, Rubab removed Jemimah Rodrigues for a cautious 1, leaving India in early trouble.

Rodrigues attempted to break the shackles but mistimed her shot, with Natalia Pervaiz holding on at short extra cover after a juggling effort. The wicket came just when India were looking to rebuild following Shafali Verma's dismissal in the opening over.

Captain Harmanpreet Kaur got off the mark with a single, while Smriti Mandhana continued to rotate the strike. Rubab's impressive first over yielded just two runs and a crucial wicket as Pakistan tightened their grip on the contest.

India: 20/2 after 4 overs

IND vs PAK LIVE: Smriti Mandhana finds her rhythm with back-to-back boundaries

After a cautious start, Smriti Mandhana shifted gears in the third over, taking on Sadia Iqbal with two classy boundaries. The left-hander first collected her maiden four with a lofted stroke over the infield before producing a trademark cover drive that raced through the extra-cover region.

While Sadia continued to ask questions outside the off stump and managed to keep four deliveries scoreless, Mandhana's two boundaries ensured India kept the scoreboard moving after the early loss of Shafali Verma.

At the end of three overs, India are 18/1, with Mandhana beginning to look settled at the crease alongside Jemimah Rodrigues.

IND vs PAK LIVE: Pakistan keep things tight as Fatima Sana concedes just three in Over 2

Pakistan have made a strong start with the ball, backing up Sadia Iqbal's early breakthrough with a disciplined over from captain Fatima Sana. After Shafali Verma's dismissal in the opening over, India struggled to find boundaries as only three runs came from the second over.

Smriti Mandhana got off the mark with a single off the first ball, while Jemimah Rodrigues endured a cautious start, managing just one run from her first four deliveries. Fatima kept both batters under pressure with a probing line and length, allowing no room for free-flowing strokes.

At the end of two overs, India are 10/1, with Mandhana and Rodrigues looking to rebuild after the early setback.

IND vs PAK LIVE: Shafali starts with a six, but Sadia Iqbal strikes in the first over

It was a dramatic opening over for India at Edgbaston. Shafali Verma got the innings underway in spectacular fashion, launching Sadia Iqbal over long-off for a towering six off the very first ball to get India off the mark in style.

However, Pakistan hit back brilliantly. After three successive dot balls built the pressure, Sadia induced an aggressive shot from Shafali, who was caught by Muneeba Ali behind the stumps. The opener's promising start came to an end after scoring 6, handing Pakistan an early breakthrough.

A wide later in the over allowed Jemimah Rodrigues to get on strike, but Sadia finished an excellent first over with India at 7/1 after 1 over.

India vs Pakistan Women’s T20 World Cup

India have won the toss and elected to bat first against arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

Captain Harmanpreet Kaur has backed her batting unit to make the most of a hard surface expected to offer good bounce early on, while spinners could become increasingly influential as the game progresses.

With one of cricket's biggest rivalries kicking off India's campaign, all eyes are now on openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma to provide a strong start.