The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially unveiled the Indian U19 Women’s team for the inaugural U19 Women’s Asia Cup 2024, starting December 15.

Niki Prasad to lead the Indian team

Dynamic all-rounder Niki Prasad has been entrusted with the captaincy for the upcoming campaign. She recently showcased exceptional leadership by guiding India B to a triumphant win in the U19 tri-series held in Pune, competing against India A and South Africa. In the decisive final, Niki scored a quickfir?e 49 runs off just 31 balls, steering India B to an eight-wicket victory over South Africa at the Maha?rashtra Cricket Association Stadium.

World Cup winners in the squad

Two key players in the squad, Gongadi Trisha and Shabnam Shakeel, were integral members of the team that clinched the U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in??? South Africa last year. Trisha impressed with the bat, scoring 116 runs across seven matches, with her highest score being 57.

Notably, the U19 Women’s Asia Cup 2024 is scheduled to take place in Malaysia from December 15, serving as a preparatory event for the U19 Women’s T20 World Cup. India will be in Group A, along with Pakistan and Nepal, with the top teams from?? each group advancing to the Super Fours and subsequently, the final on December 22.

Also READ: Ireland announces squad for th??e ICC ?U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025

Significance of the tournament

The U19 event is not just about winning but about exposure, experience, and development. For many in the squad, this will be their first international outing, offering a platform to showcase their skills on a broader stage. The selection of such a youthful team indicates a strategic long-term investment in women’s cricket by the BCCI, aiming to cultivate players who could eventually transition to the senior side.

The emphasis on all-rounders and spinners in the squad hints at a strategy to counter the conditions expected in Malaysia, where spin could play a significant role. The inclusion of multiple pace bowle??rs also suggests versatility in approach, ready to adapt to different match situations.

India squad for U19 Women’s Asia Cup 2024

Niki Prasad (c), Sanika Chalke (vc), G Trisha, Kamalini G (wk), Bhavika Ahire (wk?), Ishawari Awasare, Mithila Vinod, Joshitha VJ, Sonam Yadav, Parunika Sisodiya, Kesari Drithi, Aayushi Shukla, Anandita Kishor, MD Shabnam, Nandhana S

Standbys: Hurley Gala, Happy Kumari, G Kavya Sree, Gayatri Su??rvase

Non-travelling Reserve: Prapti Raval

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Bangladesh continued their dominance in youth cricket, successfully defending their U19 Men’s Asia Cup title with a 59-run win over India in the final on Sunday, December 8 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. After winning their maiden?? championship last year by defeating the UAE, the Junior Tigers outclassed eight-time champions India to cement their status as a rising force in the tournament.

Bangladesh’s batting: Partnerships lay the foundation

After being asked to bat first, Bangladesh posted a fighting total of 198 in 49.1 overs, thanks to key contributions from their middle order. Rizan Hossain stood out with a composed knock of 47 runs off 65 balls, including three well-timed boundaries. His ability to anchor the innings was pivotal, especially after the early dismissal of captain Azizul Hakim.

Mohammad Shihab James (40 off 57) and Farid Hasan (39 off 49) chipped in with crucial runs, building partnerships to stabilize the innings. The James-Rizan partnership for the fourth wicket added 62 runs, ensuring Bangladesh recovered from a shaky start. Although no batter converted their starts into a big score, their collective efforts gave the bowlers a defendable target. India’s bowlers were effective in patches, with Yudhajit Guha, Chetan Sharma and Hardik Raj taking crucial scalps. Kiran Chormale, KP Karthikeya and Ayush Mhatre also chipped in with a wicket apiece, but they couldn’t ??prevent Bangladesh from reaching a challenging total.

Also WATCH: Mohammed Al Fahad produ?ces a peach to knock over Ayush Mhatre’s off-stu??mp during U19 Asia Cup 2024 final

India’s chase falters under pressure

India’s run chase ended disastrously as they lost openers Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre early, leaving the team in trouble. While Andre Siddarth (20), KP Karthikeya (21), none of them could build a substan??tial partnership to keep the? chase alive.

Bangladesh’s Iqbal Hossain Emon delivered a game-changing spell, removing Nikhil Kumar and Karthikeya in quick succession during the 20th over. Emon’s accuracy and ability to extract movement kept the Indian batters guessing, finishing with excellent figures of 7-1-24-3. His dismissal of Harvansh Pangalia further dented India’s hopes as the required run rate spiraled out of reach. Indian skipper Mohamed Amaan (26) managed to get start but failed to convert into big ??on??e.

Despite failing with the bat, Bangladesh skipper Azizul Hakim made a stunning impact with the ball. His precise and disciplined bowling broke the back of India’s lower order. With figures of 2.2-1-8-3, Hakim dismissed Chetan Sharma to bring India’s innings to a premature end at just 139 in 35.2 o??vers. His leadership on the field and clinical bowling perfo??rmance were instrumental in sealing the victory.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

𝗕𝗢𝗪 ���𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖�?��𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦! 🏆

Presenting the winners of the #ACCMensU19AsiaCup 2024 – Bangladesh U19! 🇧🇩#ACC pic.twitter.com/l0VYQdPLRu

— AsianCricketCouncil (@ACCMedia1) December 8, 2024

Asia’s best again!💥

Congratulations 👏
Bangladesh Under 19 Team on winning back-to-back Asia Cups!#BCB #Cricket #ACC #ACCMensU19AsiaCup pic.twitter.com/2RenhM0hS3

— Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) December 8, 2024

Emotional scenes at th?e Bangladesh ca?mp as they are officially the U19 Asia Cup 2024 winners. 🇧🇩👏👏

Congratulations Bangladesh U19 team on winning back-to-back Asia Cup titles! 🏆💥#U19AsiaCup #U19AsiaCup2024 #U19AsiaCupFinal #INDvBAN #BANvIND #ACCMensU19AsiaCup pic.twitter.com/7ABWEH0Z19

— Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01) December 8, 2024

Congratulations to Bangladesh on winning the U19 Asia Cup 2024. Some really good bowling talent in that team. Debasish is a promising wrist spinner. Elon and Fahad look promising seame??rs.

— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) December 8, 2024

🏆 BACK TO BACK U-19 ASIA CUP CHAMPIONS 🏆

Bangladesh U19 have successfully defended their Asia Cup title a??nd what a way to do it against India yet again.

YOUNG TIGERS KEEPS ON MAKING THE NATION PROUD. 🇧🇩 pic.twitter.com/KB22biFdy3

— Saif Ahmed (@saifahmed75) December 8, 2024

Bangladesh🇧🇩 win back-to-back U19 Asia Cups.

2023 �?br />2024 �?/p>

The only team apart from India to achieve consecutive Asia Cup title wins. pic.twitter.com/buardVJ6zJ

— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) December 8, 2024

Heartfelt congratulations to the Bangladesh U-19 cricket team ??for their deserving victory in the final of the U19 Asia Cup against India!

Your hard work, determination, and teamwork have made the nation proud. This victory is a testament to the bright future of Bangladesh�?pic.twitter.com/XhGHHnFbeP

— Tarique Rahman (@trahmanbnp) December 8, 2024

Bangladesh are the champions of the U19 Asia Cup.

They defeated India in the final by 59 runs. pic.twitter.com/NHcEwMx5zh

— junaiz (@dhillow_) December 8, 2024

Bangladesh won the second consecutive title by defeating India in the final of the Under-19 Asia Cup. Congratulations have ??been extended by the Honorable Adviser of the Ministry of Youth and ?Sports, Mr. Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain.

(-Admin) pic.twitter.com/s69zBPOCZv

— Asif Mahmud (@AsifMahmud36) December 8, 2024

Triple whammy for India in cricket today.
After the men’s and ??women’s teams in Australia, the under-19 boys go down to Bangladesh in the Asia Cup final.

— Rahul Rawat (@rawatrahul9) December 8, 2024

Also WATCH: Yudhajit Guha cleans up Kalam Siddiki with a j??affa during U19 Asia Cup 20?24 Final

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The final of the U19 Asia Cup 2024 saw a dramatic start to India’s chase as their star batter, Ayush Mhatre, fell for a mere single. Opening the innings under high expectations, Mhatre’s early dismissal by Mohammed Al Fahad handed Bangladesh the early momentum in the high-stakes encounter. The Indian camp was left stunned in just the second over, as Al Fahad produced a moment of brilliance that sent th?e Bangladesh fans into raptures.

A brilliant delivery undoes Ayush Mhatre

Bowling from over the wicket, Al Fah??ad showcased his skill with a superb full-length delivery that pitched outside the off-stump before jagging back sharply. The delivery, perfectly designed to lure the batter, tempted Mhatre in??to an ambitious drive. Overreaching for the ball, Mhatre extended his bat far away from his body, misjudging the movement. The ball took a thick inside edge, ricocheted off his bat, and crashed into the off-stump, leaving no room for recovery.

The sound of the stumps being uprooted marked the Bangladesh first breakthrough, sparking jubilant celebrations among the Bangladesh players and crowd. Left-arm pacer Maruf Mridha had a??lready set the tone with a disciplined first over, building pressure from the outset. Al Fahad capitalized on this platform in the second over, delivering a masterclass in swing bowling to send Mhat??re packing.

Here’s the video:

pic.twitter.com/JLms04bvSR

— Sunil Gavaskar (@gavaskar_theman) December 8, 2024

Also WATCH: Yudhajit Guha cleans up Kalam S??iddiki with a jaffa during U19 Asia? Cup 2024 Final

India U19 chases 199 against Bangladesh in Asia Cup 2024 Final

India U19 are chasing a target of 199 set by Bangladesh U19 in the final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Batting first, Bangladesh were bowled out for 198 in 49.1 overs, with key contributions from Rizan Hossan (47) and Mohammad Shihab James (40). India’s bowlers, led by Yudhajit Guha and Chetan Sharma with two wickets each, restr??icted Bangladesh effectively.

In reply, India have so far scored 68/3 in 18 overs. Captain Mohamed Amaan (7 not out) and KP Karthikeya (19 not out) are steadying the innings after early losses. Maruf Mridha and Rizan Hossan have also picked up wickets for Bangladesh, maintaining pressure on the Indian batters. With 131 runs needed? in? 32 overs and the required run rate marginally above four, the match is finely balanced.

Also WATCH: India’s ?Vaibhav Suryavanshi unleashes destruction in 31-run over during U19 Asia C??up 2024 semifinal

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Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 13-year-old prodigy from India, delivered a breathtaking performance in the semifinal of the ACC U19 Asia Cup 2024 against Sri Lanka. The young left-handed batter left spectators in awe with his fearless approach, especially d?uring an extraordinary 31-run over at? the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday, December 6.

The stunning 31-run over masterclass by Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Chasing a modest target of 174, Suryavanshi took charge in the second over of India’s innings, bowled by Sri Lanka’s Dunith Sigera. The over began with two consecutive sixes, followed by a perfectly executed cover drive for ??a boundary. The pressure on Sigera led to an errant wide delivery that raced away for five additional runs. After a dot ball, India benefited from four leg-byes, and Suryavanshi concluded the over with a towering six that cleared the stadium. In total, 31 runs were scored in the over, with 22 runs coming off Suryavanshi’s bat. His fearless stroke play and remarkable composure underlined hi??s immense potential at such a young age.

Here’s the video:

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is making t??he Lankans ?tremble 💪

The 13-year-old scores 3️⃣1️⃣ runs in the 2️⃣nd over against 🇱🇰 in the #ACCMensU19AsiaCup Semi-Final 🔥

Watch #SLvIND, LIVE on #SonyLIV 📲 pic.twitter.com/ppIdd1BXA8

— Sony LIV (@SonyLIV) December 6, 2024

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A blistering partnership and India’s dominant chase

Suryavanshi was ably supported by his opening partner, Ayush Mhatre, as the pair put together a scintillating partnership of 91 runs in just 51 balls. Mhatre, playing a solid supporting role, contributed 34 runs off 28 deliveries, hitting seven boundaries. Meanwhile, Suryavanshi maintained an aggressive approach, reaching his half-century in just 24 balls with a massive six that further h?ighlighted his dominance.

India’s chase of 174 was a commanding display, as they secured a seven-wicket victory with a staggering 170 balls to spare. Suryavanshi was the top scorer, smashing 67 runs off just 36 balls, which included five towering sixes and multiple elegant boundaries. Contributions from André Siddhart C (22 off 27 balls), captain Mohamed Amaan (25 not out off 22 balls), and KP Karthikeya? (11 not out off 8 balls) ensu?red that India comfortably crossed the finish line.

Sri Lanka’s innings and India’s bowling brilliance

Earlier in the match, Sri Lanka elected to bat first but endured a disastrous start, losing three wickets for just eight runs. Dulnith Sigera (2), Pulindu Perera (6), and Vimath Dinsara (0) were dismissed cheaply. However, Lakvin Abeysinghe anchored the innings with a resilient knock of 69 runs off 115 balls, forming a crucial 93-run partnership with Sharujan Shanmuganathan (42 runs off 85 balls). Despite their efforts, Sri Lanka was bowled out for 173 in 46.2 ove?rs.

India’s bowlers were clinical, led by Chetan Sharma, who took three wickets for 29 runs. Kiran Chormale and Ayush Mhatre also made significant contributions, claiming two wickets each, while disciplined fielding ensured constant pressure on the Sri Lankan ??batters.

Also WATCH: Harvansh Singh pulls an MS Dhoni??-esque no-look run out in U19 Asia Cup 2024

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India have been confirmed as the host for the 2025 Asia Cup, with the tournament set to be contested in the dynamic T20 format. This announcement comes after the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) released an Invitation for Expressions of Interest (IEOI) document.

Event details

The 2025 Asia Cup promises to be an exciting event, featuring six teams: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and a qualifier. This will be a significant tournament following the 2023 edition, which was hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka and ??played in the 50-over format.

Key highlights

• Return to T20 format: Fans can look forward to fast-paced matches with plenty of big hits and dramatic wickets.
• India’s home ground advantage: While there would be some advantage but the Indian team will face immense pressure to perform on their home turf.
• India versus Pakistan rivalry: One of the most anticipated matchups �?India versus Pakistan �?in cricket will be even more intense.
• Emerging talent: The tournament will provide a stage for young players to showcase their skills.

Also READ: Fans erupt ?as dominant Sri Lanka thrashes India to win their maiden Women’s Asia C?up 2024 title

Anticipation builds

As the 2025 Asia Cup approaches, excitement is building in the cricketing world. Fans are eagerly awaiting the tournament schedule, venue announcements, and team line-ups. While the competition is still a year away, the anticipation is palpable. T??raditional powerhouses? India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka will be favorites, but Bangladesh and Afghanistan have shown marked improvement recently. The qualifier team will also add an unpredictable element to the mix.

With the Asia Cup 2025 on the horizon, cricket enthusiasts are in for a thrilling spectacle, with fierce competition expected among all par??ticipatin?g teams.

Future editions

In 2027, the Men’s Asia Cup will return to the ODI format and will be hosted by Bangladesh. Both the 2025 and 2027 tournaments will include six teams and consist of 13 matches each. Additionally, the 2026 Women’s Asia Cup will be held in the T20 format, featuring 15 matches. The most recent Women’s Asia Cup, held in Dambulla in 2024, saw Sri Lanka clinch their first title, defeating India by eight wickets in the final.

Also READ: ECB c??hief gives final verdict on Pakistan hosting the Champions Trophy 2025 amid India’s uncertain stance

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A dejected Harmanpreet Kaur admitted that India made “a lot of fumbles” as they suffered an embarrassing defeat to Sri Lanka in the final of the 2024 Women’s Asia Cup on Sunday, July 28. The loss has cast a sha??dow over India’s preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup in Bangladesh.

India loses Asia Cup final by 8 wickets

India, the seven-time champions, were outclassed in all departments as Sri Lanka lifted their maiden Women’s Asia Cup title. Batting first, India managed a modest 165/6, with Smriti Mandhana top-scoring with 60.

In reply, Sri Lanka chased down the target with ease, losing just two wickets. Harshitha Samarawickrama remained ubeaten on 69, while skipper Chamari Athapaththu made valuable 61 runs.

Also READ: Fans erupt as dominant Sri Lanka thrashes India to win their maiden Women’s Asia Cup 2024 title

India captain Harmpreet Kaur addresses the reason of defeat

“We are looking to improve in some areas. We will definitely work hard and remember this day. They have played such good cricket for so long and they played good cricket throughout this tournament,” Harmanpreet said in the post-match presentation. The Indian captain pointed to her team’s bowling as a major area of concern.

“We played good cricket throughout the tournament and, no doubt, we made a lot of fumbles today and that cost us.

“It was a decent total, we were looking for breakthroughs in the powerplay but it didn’t go according to plan and Sri Lanka batted really well,” she added.

The defeat marks a significant setback for India, who will now have to regroup quickly and address the issues that led to their downfall in the 2024 Women’s Asia Cup final.

Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu hails her team’s performance

“I am really happy about our team performance, especially the batting performances,” said the winning captain, Athapaththu.

“We have played really good cricket in the last 12 months and we want to continue it. Never saw such a crowd, so special thanks go to the Sri Lankan people who came out to watch the game.

“This win is good not only for the team but the whole Sri Lanka because we have to inspire the next generation,” she added.

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Sri Lanka emerged victorious in the Women’s Asia Cup 2024, defeating India by eight wickets in a thrilling final at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. Despite India’s strong performance in the group stage and semi-final against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka outplayed them in the high-stakes match. Key performances from Chamari Athapaththu and Harshitha Samarawickrama ensured Sri Lanka’s triumph in the tournament.

India sets a challenging target

After being asked to bat first, India posted a competitive total of 165 for six in their allotted 20 overs. Smriti Mandhana, continuing her stellar form from the semi-final, laid a solid foundation with a superb knock of 60 off 47 balls, featuring 10 boundaries. Mandhana’s 44-run opening partnership set the tone for India’s innings.

However, the middle order struggled as Uma Chetry and Harmanpreet Kaur failed to make significant contributions. Despite these setbacks, Jemimah Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh steadied the ship. Rodrigues scored a quickfire 29 off 16 balls, while Ghosh added 30 off 14 balls, ensuring ??India maintained their momentum. Kavisha Dilhari was the standout bowler for Sri Lanka, with figur??es of 4-0-36-2, while Udeshika Prabodhani, Sachini Nisansala, and Chamari Athapaththu each took a wicket.

Sri Lanka’s chase: A blend of stability and aggression

Sri Lanka’s run chase got off to a shaky start with Vishmi Gunaratne being run out early. However, Athapaththu and Samarawickrama anchored the innings, forming a crucial 87-run partnership for the second wicket. Athapaththu, who scored over 300 runs in the tournament, reached her half-century off just 32 balls, showcasing her aggressive intent.

Deepti Sharma provided a breakthrough for India, bowling Athapaththu around her legs for 61 off 43 balls. Despite this setback, Sri Lanka needed 72 runs off the final eight overs. Samarawickrama took charge, remaining unbeaten with a composed 69-run knock. Dilhari played a vital supporting role, contributing an unbeaten 30 off 16 balls. This ensured Sri Lanka reached the target with eight balls to spare, ending their four-match losing streak against India in the Women’s Asia Cup finals.

Historic Women’s Asia Cup 2024 title

This victory marked Sri Lanka’s resurgence in the Women’s Asia Cup, with their only other non-Indian winner being Bangladesh in 2018. The win not only showcased Sri Lanka’s cricketing prowess but also highlighted their ability to perform under pressure. The final was a testament to their skill and determination, as they outclassed a formidable Indian side to claim the prestigious title.

Here’s how Fans reacted:

#cricket #TestCricket #ENGvWI Stumps on day two, West Indies 33-2, still? 61 adrift. An incredible batting turnaround orchestrated by ?Root, Stokes, Smith and Woakes and then a fine mini-session with the ball (could easily have been more than two wickets) and England are in control

— Thomas Sutcliffe (@aspitweets) July 27, 2024

What a match‼️🇱🇰 Sri Lanka Women are the CHAMPIONS of the Asia Cup 2024! 🏆 A historic win against India. Huge congratulations to the entire Sri Lankan team for this incredible achievement. India Women, you fought bravely and were fantastic runners-up.#AsiaCup2024 #SLvIND pic.twitter.com/0ljwGk9ZNY

— Vimukthi Dushantha 🇱🇰 (@IamVimukthi) July 28, 2024

How bloody good Sri Lanka!

A packed house desperate to get behind a cricket team again in Dambulla watch their women bring home #AsiaCup2024 🏆

Over the moon for Chamari and the team. What a result and with a #T20WorldCup around the corner 🙌

— Daniel Beswick (@DGBeswick1) July 28, 2024

Sri Lanka women team showing they are not only one-player team �?showing the talent other than Chamari Athapaththu �?#AsiaCup2024

— Shahid Hashmi (@hashmi_shahid) July 28, 2024

🏆 Historic Victory! Sri Lanka women's team clinches their first ever Asia Cup title, defeating India 🇱🇰🏏 pic.twitter.com/vdl2736pBk

— Azzam Ameen (@AzzamAmeen) July 28, 2024

What a win. Thought it would be close but this is a canter. Incredible effort from the @OfficialSLC women. What a moment for Sri Lanka. @58Chamari , Harshitha and Kavisha and the team you have made history. pic.twitter.com/yEsMz7rdyj

— Kumar Sangakkara (@KumarSanga2) July 28, 2024

Sri Lanka is the first team in the women’s T20I history to successfully chase a 150plus target in the tournament final. #AsiaCup2024

— Mazher Arshad (@MazherArshad) July 28, 2024

don't mind SL winning Asia Cup because of the growth they have had in the past 6 months. but i do mind the way in which we have lost this game. sloppy fielding, feeding all the SL batters short balls, and not showing ANY sign of fight when the opponent came so focused. terrible

— s (@_sectumsempra18) July 28, 2024

Harmanpreet Kaur, your 171* against Australia was great, but that was seven years ago. The team can't keep carrying the weight of that one innings forever. Your captaincy has failed. Time to step down and let someone else lead.#AsiaCup

— Kuch Bhi!!!! (@KirkutExpert99) July 28, 2024

Sri Lanka women lift their first ever Asia Cup trophy by defeating India in the final 🏆👏#women #cricket #INDvSL #ChamariAthapaththu #SriLankaCricket #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/aSdY7ISISz

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) July 28, 2024

SRI LANKA ARE CHAMPIONS OF ASIA…!!!!

– This is for Captain Chamari Athapaththu. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/dm9iZsh0ga

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 28, 2024

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In a dramatic Semi-Final 2 of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 held at Dambulla on Friday (July 26), Sri Lanka Women secured their place in the final with a thrilling 3-wicket victory over Pakistan Women. Chasing a competitive target of 141, Sri Lanka achieved their goal with just one ball to spare, thanks to a gritty 63 from their captain, Chamari Athapaththu. Sri Lanka will now face the seven-time champions, Indian Women, in the final, aiming to cap off a strong tournament? performance with the championship.

Pakistan’s competitive total

Pakistan set a competitive total of 140/4 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by Muneeba Ali, who contributed a solid 37 off 34 balls, including five boundaries. Gull Feroza also played a valuable role, scoring 25 off 24 balls. Captain Nida Dar added a quickfire 23 off 17 balls, while Fatima Sana and Aliya Riaz provide??d a late boost with their unbeaten contributions.

The key partnership of the innings came between Muneeba and Nida, who added 33 runs for the fourth wicket. Despite this steady buildup, Pakistan’s innings faced significant disruptions from Sri Lanka’s bowlers. Udeshika Prabodhani and Kavisha Dilhari each took two wickets, while Sugandika Kumari and Athapathth?u maintained the pressure with their economical spells.

Also READ: Women’s Asia Cup 2024: Date, Match ??Time, V??enue, Broadcast and Live Streaming Details

Sri Lanka chase led by Chamari Athapaththu

In response, Sri Lanka chased down the target of 141 in dramatic fashion. Athapaththu was instrumental in the chase, scoring a crucial 63 off 48 balls with nine boundaries and one six. Her innings was pivotal in guiding Sri Lanka towards victory. Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari also made contributions with 12 and 17 runs, respectively, but it was the late surge from Anushka Sanjeewani that ensured Sri Lanka crossed the finish line.

Sadia Iqbal was the standout bowler for Pakistan, taking four key wickets for just 16 runs. Despite her exceptional performance, Sri Lanka’s consistent batting and strategic partnerships allowed them to inch closer to the target. The final over was particularly tense, with Sri Lanka needing 6 runs off the last 6 balls. Sanjeewani’s composed innings secured the win with a ball to spare. Pakistan’s bowlers, including Nida and Omaima Sohail, provided strong resistance but could not prevent Sri Lanka from clinching the?? ??victory.

Here’s how Fans reacted:

Queen 👸

Absolute queen you are!!! @58Chamari

Chamari Athapaththu scores 63 (48) in the 2024 Asia Cup Semi-Final pic.twitter.com/O5BRwnSUyT

— Kanishka Roshan (@KrosaniTy) July 26, 2024

Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu is the best ever Asian Women's cricketer. 🇱🇰 #Cricket #SriLanka

— Daniel Alexander (@daniel86cricket) July 26, 2024

Nervy semi-final. Great to watch 🙌
?Sri Lanka and their crowd will be a good t??est for India in the final.

— Saurabh Malhotra (@MalhotraSaurabh) July 26, 2024

Sri Lanka deservedly into the finals, but that was some last over from Nida Dar. And there were half a million people concurrent on Hotstar watching the conclusion of this riveting semifinal. #AsiaCup

— Tareque Laskar (@tarequelaskar) July 26, 2024

What a Win Sri Lanka Women Team, They Just Beat Pak in Semi. It's Ind vs SL in Asia Cup Final 🔥#AsiaCup

— Sagar Mhatre (@MhatreGang) July 26, 2024

Classic match after a long time from women's cricket. Sri Lanka W team is full of fighters. Need bit more smart to compete with india. #AsiaCup

— JD (@consistntpunter) July 26, 2024

Nida Dar, experienced player, committed a blunder in today's semi final against Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka needed 2 runs from 2 balls. Nida bowled a wide ball and thus made the run-chase easy for Sri Lanka.😡😡😡

— Yasir Yousafzai (@Yasirpukhtoon) July 26, 2024

Sri Lanka win!

They play India in the Final!

Pakistan, you had many chances, just didn't grab them.

— Nikhil 🏏 (@CricCrazyNIKS) July 26, 2024

Chamari Athapaththu's heart was beating outside her body throughout that 20th over. Heartbreak for Nida Dar's side but oh god, what a relief for the Lankan legend. #AsiaCup2024 #WomensAsiaCup

— Lavanya 🎙️🎥👩🏻‍�?(@lav_narayanan) July 26, 2024

What a match 🔥🔥

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by 3 wickets and charges into the finals of the Asia Cup 2024 🙌#women #cricket #SLvPAK #asiacup2024 #ChamariAthapaththu #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/6k5R9O44bX

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) July 26, 2024

Sri Lanka beat Pakistan in a thrilling semifinal, getting over the line with 1 ball left & 3 wickets in hand. They were coasting until an in?spired perfo?rmance from Sadia Iqbal got Pakistan back in the hunt. But ultimately, Chamari Athapaththu was the difference maker again.

— Aatif Nawaz (@AatifNawaz) July 26, 2024

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In a stunning display of dominance, India Women triumphed over Bangladesh Women by 10 wickets in the first Semi-Final of the Women’s Asia Cup T20 2024 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium.

Disciplined bowling keep Bangladesh batters at bay

Winning the toss and electing to bat first, Bangladesh Women struggled against a disciplined Indian bowling attack, managing to score only 80 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Bangladesh’s innings never gained momentum, with wickets falling at regular intervals. Nigar Sultana was the s??tandout performer with a gritty 32 runs off 51 balls, including two boundaries.

Shorna Akter provided some resistance with 19 runs off 18 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to make significant contributions. Renuka Thakur Singh was the star with the ball for India, taking 3 wickets for just 10 runs in her 4 overs. Radha Yadav also shone, claiming 3 wickets for 14 runs. Deepti Sharma and Pooja Vastrakar chipped in with a wicket each.

Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana take India home

Chasing a modest target of 81 runs, the Indian openers, Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, made light work of the Bangladeshi bowlers. The duo remained unbeaten, steering India to victory in just 11 overs. Mandhana was particularly aggressive, scoring 55 runs off 39 balls, featuring nine boundaries and a six. Shafali supported her well with 26 runs off 28 balls. The Bangladeshi bowlers were unable to create any breakthroughs, with all five bowlers used provin??g ineffective against the Indian batters.

India’s comprehensive victory was sealed with Smriti hitting the winning runs, marking a dominant performance in all facets of the game. Renuka was rightfully named the Player of the Match for her exceptional bowling spell that set the tone for India’s victory.

With this win, India Women advance to the final of the Women’s Asia Cup T20 2024, showcasing their superiority and intent to clinch the coveted title. Bangladesh Women, despite their efforts, were outclassed and will need to reflect on their performance as they exit the tournament. The final promises to be an exciting contest as India Women continue their quest for glory.

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Here is how fans reacted:

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 🙌🙌

A formidable win against Bangladesh takes #TeamIndia into the Fi??nal and makes ?it 4�?wins in 4�?matches 👌👌

Scorecard ▶️ //t.co/JwoMEaSoyn#INDvBAN | #WomensAsiaCup2024 | #ACC | #SemiFinal pic.twitter.com/2E1htJVcCp

— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) July 26, 2024

Finals bound! 🔥 A clinical effort from our girls in the semis against Bangladesh! 💥 What a new ball spell by Renuka Thakur – 3 wickets for just 10 runs! 🤩 Let’s bring the trophy home, girls! 🇮🇳🏆@BCCIWomen || #WomensAsiaCup2024 || #HerStory || #INDWvBANW pic.twitter.com/KSc7psGODk

— Jay Shah (@JayShah) July 26, 2024

India sail into Asia Cup 2024 final with a 10-wicket win over Bangladesh 👊#INDvBAN 📝: //t.co/eJU3H6Bmuw | 📸: @ACCMedia1 pic.twitter.com/ux0kFXt0fL

— ICC (@ICC) July 26, 2024

INDIA ARE THROUGH TO THE FINAL OF WOMEN'S ASIA CUP. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/DiGiknSw3I

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 26, 2024

INDIA? QUALIFIED INTO THE FINAL?? OF ASIA CUP 2024. 🇮🇳

– Dominance by Harmanpreet Kaur & her team. pic.twitter.com/79alSoDnuN

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 26, 2024

#WomensAsiaCup2024

Another day, another elegant Smriti Mandh??ana knock. Continues her fine recent form for a half century, a first incidentally in this for??mat against Bangladesh.

India cruise to a 10-wkt win. Didn't really feel like a contest today.//t.co/t8aKriaYVb pic.twitter.com/P1TRRMxBLm

— Vinayakk (@vinayakkm) July 26, 2024

Breaking: In??dia Women have qualified for the final of the Asia Cup. What a win 🔥

Let's hope we see an India vs Pakistan final now. Come on 🇮🇳🇵🇰❤️ #WomensAsiaCup pic.twitter.com/ytAKb01Klg

— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) July 26, 2024

Smriti Mandhana – 51* (38).
Shafali Verma – 26* (28).

INDIA BEAT BANGLADESH IN THE SEMI FINAL BY 10 WICKETS. 🇮🇳✌️ pic.twitter.com/qvzAGENLYm

— 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚 𝐘𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐯 (𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐢🚩) (@anyraosahabni) July 26, 2024

INDIA ARE THROUGH TO THE FINAL OF WOMEN'S ASIA CUP. 🇮🇳#INDvsBAN pic.twitter.com/D0v4QZcaKF

— SHANKAR CHOUDHARY 🇮🇳 (@Shnkr77) July 26, 2024

India 🇮🇳 Women's are in the Finals of Women's T20 Asia Cup 2024 👏🏻

India Women's beat Bangladesh Women's by 10 Wickets in Semi Final #INDvBAN #WomensAsiaCup2024 pic.twitter.com/Jin7ahtLOM

— Ranjit💙 (@Ranjitdhn) July 26, 2024

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