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Gongadi Trisha, the young opening batter for India‘s U19 Women’s cricket team, has recently made headlines by scoring a historic century during the ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025. Her remarkable performance against Scotland not only showcased her talent but also etched her name in the annals of cricket history as the first player to achieve a century in this prestigious tournament. With her family cheering from the stands, Trisha’s journey from a small town in Andhra Pradesh to becoming a cricket sensation is an inspiring tale of dedication and hard work.
Early Life: The foundation of a future star
Born in Badrachalam, Andhra Pradesh, Trisha’s passion for cricket ignited at the tender age of two. Her father, GV Rami Reddy, played a pivotal role in nurturing her talent, providing structured training and support that laid the groundwork for her future success. Trisha’s early exposure to cricket allowed her to develop skills that would soon make her a formidable player on the field.
Gongadi Trisha’s stellar beginning
Before she turned nine, Trisha had already made her mark by representing Hyderabad’s U16 team in the 2014-15 season. Her rapid ascent continued as she joined the U-23 team and later made appearances for both Hyderabad and South Zone’s U19 teams. This early experience was crucial; her father ensured she had access to quality training facilities, including a cement pitch for practice and professional coaching that amounted to six hours of rigorous training each day.
Trisha’s fine domestic run
Trisha has made significant strides in her domestic cricket career, showcasing her skills as both a batter and a bowler. In the Women’s List A (WLA) format, she has played 20 matches, accumulating 370 runs at an average of 20.55, with a top score of 69. Although she has yet to score a century, she has managed to hit two half-centuries. With the ball, Trisha has bowled 1,094 deliveries, taking 17 wickets at an impressive bowling average of 25.82, including a best performance of 5 wickets for 17 runs in an innings.
In the T20 format, Trisha has participated in 21 matches, scoring 335 runs at a higher average of 22.33, with her highest score being an unbeaten 56. Similar to her WLA stats, she has not yet recorded a century but has two fifties to her name. As a bowler in T20s, she has taken 16 wickets from 406 balls, boasting an excellent bowling average of 21.81 and a best bowling figure of 3 for 10. Trisha’s domestic performance reflects her all-round capabilities and potential for growth as she continues to gain experience on the field.
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Trisha’s historic ton at U19 T20 World Cup
In the ongoing ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup, Trisha has emerged as a standout performer. During the Super Six clash against Scotland on January 28, 2025, she scored an unbeaten 110 runs off just 59 balls, leading India to a commanding total of 208 runs. This innings included 13 fours and 4 sixes, demonstrating her aggressive batting style and ability to dominate bowlers.
Trisha’s century was not just significant for its historical context; it was achieved in partnership with G Kamalini, with whom she shared an opening stand of 147 runs—the highest partnership recorded in this tournament. Following this stellar performance with the bat, Trisha also contributed with the ball by taking 3 wickets for just 6 runs, showcasing her all-round capabilities.
Trisha’s recent run in the global event
In the ongoing ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025, Trisha has been nothing short of spectacular. Prior to this historic performance, Trisha had already established herself as a key player in the tournament with consistent contributions. She scored 40 runs against Bangladesh on January 26 and followed it up with 49 runs against Sri Lanka on January 23. In another match against Malaysia on January 21, she remained not out at 27, while her earlier outing against the West Indies saw her scoring just 4 runs.
Her journey through the tournament also included solid performances leading up to the World Cup, where she scored 52 and 32 not out in matches against Bangladesh and Sri Lanka respectively in December 2024. Despite a low score of 0 against Pakistan on December 15, her overall contributions have made her the leading run-scorer for India in the tournament. Her remarkable performances have not only helped India secure victories but have also positioned her as a rising star in women’s cricket.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
