Unsold at the WPL auction, Tanisha Singh hit back with a stunning 119 off 47 balls as Delhi smashed the highest-ever total in women's domestic T20 cricket, scoring 262 for 6 against Hyderabad in the Senior Women's T20 Trophy.Tanisha Singh smashed 119 off 47 balls as Delhi set a record first-innings total in Women's domestic T20s. Pune,Oct 29, 2026 16:25 ISTTanisha Singh made a statement on the field just a day after going unsold at the Women's Premier League (WPL) auction, smashing a breathtaking 119 off 47 balls to help Delhi set a world record for the highest total in women's domestic T20 cricket on Thursday.Delhi posted 262 for 6 against Hyderabad in the Senior Women's T20 Trophy before restricting their opponents to 154 for 8 to secure a commanding 108-run victory.The 23-year-old had entered the WPL auction with a base price of Rs 10 lakh but was not among the 27 players picked by franchises.
Her explosive performance, however, could put her back on the radar of teams should they require injury replacements during the tournament.TANISHA LEADS RECORD CHARGETanisha produced a stunning display of power-hitting, bringing up her century in just 38 balls. Her knock featured 25 fours and a six, as she dismantled the Hyderabad bowling attack and propelled Delhi to an unprecedented total.
Delhi's 262 for 6 surpassed the previous record for the highest innings total in women's domestic T20 cricket, set by Goa, who scored 257 for 2 against Arunachal Pradesh in the 2019-20 season.The total is also the 11th highest in women's T20 cricket overall, with the top 10 scores coming in women's T20 internationals. Tanisha's 38-ball century is the joint third-fastest hundred in women's T20 cricket.
Only Kiran Navgire, who reached the milestone in 34 balls, and Sophie Devine, who did so in 36, have scored quicker centuries. Tanisha shares the record with Deandra Dottin, who also struck a 38-ball hundred against South Africa in 2010.PARTNERSHIP POWERS DELHITanisha found an able partner in Priya Punia, the out-of-favour India international, as the pair stitched together a 160-run stand for the second wicket in just 66 balls.
Their partnership provided the foundation for Delhi's record total, keeping the scoring rate high and putting Hyderabad under sustained pressure.With Tanisha attacking from the top of the order and Punia providing support, Delhi maintained their momentum throughout the innings to go past the previous domestic record.HYDERABAD FALL SHORTChasing a daunting target of 263, Hyderabad needed an exceptional batting effort to stay in contention but could only manage 154 for 8, falling 108 runs short.Sumiti Soni led Delhi's bowling effort with three wickets for 28 runs, ensuring Hyderabad could not mount a serious challenge despite a promising start to the chase.The victory capped a memorable outing for Delhi, who combined a record-breaking batting performance with an effective bowling display. For Tanisha, the innings offered a timely reminder of her ability, coming immediately after she missed out on a WPL contract.- Ends