Indian cricketer Shafali Verma may not be in the national team currently, but her explosive batting remains unstoppable. In the Senior Women’s Multi-Day Challengers Trophy, she played a blistering knock of 108 runs off just 104 balls, smashing 19 fours. Her innings powered Team C to a massive 405/9 in 85 overs, leading to a declared innings.
Shafali's Reward: BCCI’s ₹30 Lakh Central Contract
Just before this stellar performance, Shafali received a Grade B contract from BCCI, securing ₹30 lakh per year despite her absence from the national squad since October 2024. The BCCI and Team India selectors have shown faith in her, keeping her in the mix for future tournaments.
Performance Highlights: Senior Women’s Multi-Day Challengers Trophy
- Shafali Verma: 108 off 104 balls (19 fours, 0 sixes)
- TS Hasbinis: 169 runs (highest in the match)
- Divyadarshini: 67 runs
- Team C Total: 405/9 declared
- Team D Bowling:
- D Trisha: 3 wickets
- Kashvi Gautam: 3 wickets
- Sneh Rana: 2 wickets
Shafali’s Comeback Mission: ODI World Cup 2025 in Focus
With India hosting the Women's ODI World Cup later this year, Shafali is eyeing a comeback to the national squad. Such dominant performances will strengthen her case for selection in the Indian team as they prepare for the mega tournament.
Her latest century proves that she is still one of India’s most destructive batters, and if she continues this form, a return to the national team seems inevitable.
