Costa Rica Women vs Chile Women - April 26, 2026

In an emphatic display of dominance, Costa Rica Women triumphed over Chile Women by 9 wickets in the 3rd T20I of the Chile Women tour of Costa Rica. The match, held at Los Reyes Polo Club, Guacima, saw a remarkable bowling performance from Yerin Molina and an efficient chase led by Maria Miranda.

Match Summary

Costa Rica Women won the toss and elected to bowl first, a decision that paid off spectacularly. Chile Women struggled with the bat, managing only 46 runs before being bowled out in 13.4 overs. Yerin Molina was the standout performer with the ball, claiming an impressive five-wicket haul (5/13) and dismantling the Chilean batting lineup. Jazmin Molina also contributed significantly by taking two wickets for just 5 runs.

Chasing a modest target of 47, Costa Rica Women achieved victory comfortably in just 6.1 overs. Maria Miranda anchored the innings with an unbeaten 24 runs off 26 balls, guiding her team to a convincing win.

Detailed Narrative

• Chile Women's Batting:

  • The innings began poorly with Ivonne Vildosola being bowled for a duck by Yerin Molina.
  • Yerin Molina continued her onslaught, dismissing Yaritza Rodriguez and Sofia Mardones for minimal scores.
  • Florencia Martinez was caught and bowled by Jazmin Molina, adding to the batting woes.
  • Jessica Miranda was one of the few to reach double figures, scoring 7 before being trapped lbw by Yerin Molina.
  • The innings concluded at a paltry total of 46 runs.

• Costa Rica Women's Bowling:

  • Yerin Molina's stellar spell of bowling (3.4 overs, 5 wickets for 13 runs) was the highlight of the match.
  • Jazmin Molina supported well with figures of 2 wickets for 5 runs in her two overs.

• Costa Rica Women's Batting:

  • Despite losing Dunia Perez early to Jessica Miranda's bowling, Maria Miranda and Estefanny Barboza ensured there were no further hiccups.
  • Maria Miranda's calm and composed knock of 24 not out ensured that Costa Rica reached their target with ease.

This match was a testament to Costa Rica Women's superior bowling attack and their efficient batting approach, securing them a resounding victory in this T20I encounter.