Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has officially announced the comprehensive schedule for the upcoming bilateral series against the West Indies, featuring three ODIs and three T20Is.

Venue and white ball series details

The series is set to kick off on October 13 with the first T20I, followed closely by the second T20I on October 15 and concluding with the third T20I on October 17. The ODI segment of the series will commence from October 20, with subsequent matches scheduled for October 23 and 26. All T20Is will be hosted at the scenic Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, while the ODI matches will unfold at the illustrious Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele.

Momentum with Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka will head into the upcoming series riding a wave of momentum following a string of impressive performances. The team recently secured an ODI series win over India, a Test match triumph against England at The Oval, and a commendable showing in the ongoing Test series against New Zealand. Their confidence will be high as they look to continue this winning?? streak.

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West Indies�?recent form

While the West Indies have encountered challenges in Test cricket, they will take heart from their recent success in the shorter format. The side clinched a dominant 3-0 victory in the T20I series against South Africa at home, showcasing their prowess in the limited-overs f???ormat. As they gear up for the series against Sri Lanka, they’ll be eager to translate that success into the longer formats.

ODI and T20 Head-to-Head

In the ODI format, both teams have been evenly matched over the years, with the West Indies holding a slight edge. West Indies team has 31 wins to Sri Lanka’s 30 in their head-to-head encounters. However, in T20Is, ?Sri Lanka holds a narrow advantage with eight wins, while the West Indies have seven. This close competition between the two teams promises an exciting contest?? across both formats in the upcoming series.

West Indies tour of Sri Lanka 2024:

T20I series fixture:

• 1st T20I: October 13 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla
• 2nd T20I: October 15 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla
• 3rd T20I: October 17 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla

ODI series fixture:

• 1st ODI: October 20 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele
• 2nd ODI: October 23 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele
• 3rd ODI: October 26 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele

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The Semi-Final 1 match of the Women’s Asia Cup T20 2024 will feature a encounter between India Women and Bangladesh Women at the Rangiri International Stadium in Dambulla on Friday (July?? 26).

India Women’s dominance

India have had an impressive run in the league stage of the Women’s Asia Cup T20, winning all three of their matches. Their recent victory against Nepal Women by?? a commanding margin of 82 runs high??lighted their strong form and strategic prowess.

The Indian team, led by experienced players, has shown remarkable consistency and dominance throughout the tournament. With a well-balanced squad comprising both seasoned campaigners and emerging talents, India are?? poised for this semi-final clash.

Bangladesh Women’s journey

Bangladesh have also had a commendable performance in the league stage, winning two of their last three matches. Their most recent triumph came against Malaysia Women, where they secured a massive 114-run victory.

This win demonstrated their ability to deliver powerful performances?? under pressure. Bangladesh will be eager to leverage this momentum as t??hey face a formidable Indian side in the semi-final.

Women’s Asia Cup 2024, Semifinal 1: IN-W vs BD-W:

• Date: July 26 – 2:00 pm IST/Local, 8:30 am GMT
• Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium Pitch Report:

The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium offers an equal playing field for both batters and bowlers. Initially, fast bowlers benefit from the new ball’s bounce. However, as the game progresses, spinners find their footing, capitalizing on the pitch’s increased grip and turn to make a significant impact.

IN-W vs BD-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Nigar Sultana, Richa Ghosh
• Batters: Smriti Mandhana, Murshida Khatun, Shafali Verma
• All-rounders: Deepti Sharma, Ritu Moni, Pooja Vastrakar
• Bowlers: Nahida Akter, Renuka Singh Thakur, Rabeya Khan

IN-W vs BD-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Deepti Sharma (c), Shafali Verma (vc)
• Choice 2: Smriti Mandhana (c), Rabeya Khan (vc)

Also READ: Women’s Asia Cup 20?24: Here are the complete squads of all?? 8 teams

IN-W vs BD-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Asha So?bhana, Radha Yadav, ?Dilara Akter, Rumana Ahmed

IN-W vs BD-W Dream11 team for the match (July 26: 8:30 am GMT):

Squads: 

India: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk??), Uma Chetry (wk), Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy,?? Renuka Singh Thakur, Dayalan Hemalatha, Asha Sobhana, Radha Yadav, Tanuja Kanwer, Sajana Sajeevan. Travelling reserves: Shweta Sehrawat, Saika Ishaque, Meghna Singh

Bangladesh: Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter (vc), Murshida Khatun, Dilara Akter, Jahanara Alam, Rumana Ahmed, Ritu Moni, Marufa Akter??, Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, Sultana Khatun, Rubya Haider Jhelik, Shorifa Khatun, Ishma Tanjim, Sabikun Nahar Jesmin. Stand-by: Taj Nehar, Fahima Khatun,?? Sobhana Mostary, Puja Chakrabortty

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

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In Match 12 of Group B in the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 at Dambulla on Wednesday (July 24), Sri Lanka Women delivered a commanding performance, securing a comprehensive 10-wicket victory over Thailand Women. Sri Lanka successfully chased down the target of 94 in j??ust 11.3 overs without losing a wicket, showcasing their dominance in the ongoing tournament.

Thailand struggle to build momentum

Thailand, opting to bat first, struggled to build momentum against a disciplined Sri Lankan bowling attack. They managed to score 93/7 in their 20 overs. Nannapat Koncharoenkai was the standout performer with the bat, scoring an unbeaten 47 off 53 balls, including five boundaries. Despite her resilient innings, Thailand’s batters found it difficult to form substantial partnerships, leading to a modest total.

Thailand’s innings began on a shaky note, losing Nattaya Boochatham for a duck on the very first ball, bowled by Achini Kulasuriya. Aphisara Suwanchonrathi tried to provide some stability with a quick 12 off 9 balls but fell to Fernando. Phannita Maya (2 off 18 balls) and Chanida Sutthiruang (4 off 3 balls) couldn’t contribute much, as the wickets continued to tumble.

Sri Lanka’s bowlers were in top form, with Kavisha Dilhari leading the way, taking 2 wickets for just 13 runs in her 4-over spell. Inoshi Priyadharshani, Chamari Athapaththu, Sugandika Kumari and Achini Kulasuriya each chipped in with a wicket apiece, keeping Tha?iland’s scoring rate in check throughout the inni?ngs.

Sri Lanka have restricted Thailand at a below-par score 🔥 #SLvTHAI #WomensAsiaCup2024 #cricket
Scorecard: //t.co/3K7eBmaNLL #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/uYrh8zJooX

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) July 24, 2024

Also READ: Women’s As?ia Cup 2024: Date, Match Time, Venue, Broadcast and Live Streami??ng Details

Vishmi Gunaratne and Chamari Athapaththu lead the charge for Sri Lanka

Chasing a modest target of 94, Sri Lanka made light work of the task, reaching the target in just 11.3 overs. Vishmi Gunaratne and Chamari Athapaththu provided a perfect start, both remaining unbeaten to ensure a comprehensive victory. Gunaratne scored a steady 39 off 34 balls, including four boundaries?? and one six, anchoring the chase with confidence. Athapaththu, the Sri Lankan captain, played a blistering knock, scoring 49 off just 35 balls with two fours and four sixes, finishing the match ??in style.

Thailand’s bowlers struggled to make any impact on the Sri Lankan openers. Chanida Sutthiruang was the most economical, conceding 18 runs in her 3 overs. Boochatham and Thipatcha Putthawong tried to contain the run flow but were unable to break the opening partnership. Onnicha Kamchomphu and Maya were the most expensive, conceding 22 and 17 runs respectively in their s??hort spells.

🚨 Match 12 – RESULT 🇹🇭 vs 🇱🇰 🚨@OfficialSLC WOMEN WON BY 10 WICKETS.

🎥 Full Match : //t.co/jS24aM9R23

Scorecard : //t.co/IqwnAiUDnk#WomensAsiaCup2024 #ACC #HerStory #SRIWvTHAIW #letsgothailand pic.twitter.com/8PVhRvNtbE

— Cricket Thailand (@ThailandCricket) July 24, 2024

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In Match 8 of Group B in the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 at Dambulla on Monday (July 22), Bangladesh Women achieved a comfortable seven-wicket win against Thailand Women, easily chasing a modest target of 97 runs. Bangladesh reached 100/3 in 17.3 overs after an impressive bowling display that restricted Thailand Women to 96/9 in their 20 overs. This win further solidifies Bangladesh’s position in the group, highlighting their overall team strength and strategic execution.

Rabeya Khan’s magical bowling spell against Thailand

Thailand struggled to form significant partnerships after opting to bat first. Despite a steady start from Nattaya Boochatham, who scored a resilient 40 off 41 balls with four boundaries, the rest of the batting lineup faltered against a disciplined Bangladesh bowling attack. Aphisara Suwanchonrathi managed only 6 runs and Nannapat Koncharoenkai was dismissed for a duck, underscoring Thailand’s difficulties at the top order. The consistent pressure applied by Bangladesh’s bowlers disrupted any momentum Thailand hoped to build.

Rabeya Khan was the standout bowler for Bangladesh, claiming an impressive 4 wickets for just 14 runs in her 4-over spell. Her performance was well-supported by Sabikun Nahar Jesmin, who took 2 wickets for 28 runs and Ritu Moni, who chipped in with 2 wickets for 10 runs. Thailand’s middle and lower order collapsed under this relentless pressure, with only Suleeporn Laomi (17 off 13 balls) and Rosenan Kanoh (13 not out off 9 balls) providing some resistance. Their inability to form substantial partnerships was a key factor in the??ir subpar total.

Excellent bowling display from Rabeya Khan 👏#RabeyaKhan #BANvTHAI #WomensAsiaCup2024 #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/p2bGmtyutS

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) July 22, 2024

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Murshid Khatun shines in Bangladesh chase

Bangladesh’s chase was anchored by a composed innings from Murshida Khatun, who scored a steady 50 off 55 balls, including eight boundaries. Although they lost Dilara Akter early for 17 runs, Murshida’s composed knock, along with contributions from Ishma Tanjim (16 off 22 balls) and Moni (9 not out off 10 balls), ensured that Bangladesh reached the target without much trouble. Murshida’s experience and calm demeanor at the crease were instrumental in guiding her team to victory.

Thipatcha Putthawong was the pick of the bowlers for Thailand, taking 1 wicket for 18 runs in her 4-over spell. However, the lack of support from other bowlers meant that Bangladesh fac??ed little challenge in their pursuit of the target. The inability of Thailand’s bowlers to create sustained pressure allowed Bangladesh to chase the target comfortably.

MATCH 8 – RESULT 🇹🇭 vs 🇧🇩

Bangladesh prevail? in a low scoring affair! 🇧🇩 ?🎯

🎥 FULL MATCH : //t.co/rJh0tAHNcJ

Scorecard : //t.co/WUAtKXmKZ9#WomensAsiaCup2024 #ACC #HerStory #BANWvTHAIW #letsgothailand pic.twitter.com/cZyUYEGV9B

— Cricket Thailand (@ThailandCricket) July 22, 2024

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Sri Lanka Women achieved a historic win in Match 7 of Group B in the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 at Dambulla on Monday (July 22) defeating Malaysia Women by a massive 144 runs. This victory not only showcased Sri Lanka’s dominance in the match but also set a new record for the largest margin of victory by runs their T20I history. They surpassed their previous record of 109 runs, which they set against Scotland Women in 2022, with this commanding performance.

Chamari Athapaththu shines for Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s innings was anchored by a breathtaking performance from Chamari Athapaththu, who delivered an extraordinary knock of 119 runs off 69 balls. Her innings was a masterclass in aggressive batting, featuring 14 fours and 7 sixes. Athapaththu’s brilliant stroke play set a solid foundation for Sri Lanka’s innings. She was ably supported by Harshitha Samarawickrama and Anushka Sanjeewani, who contributed 26 and 31 runs, respectively. Sanjeewani ‘s late surge added crucial runs towards the end, ensuring Sri Lanka posted an imposing total of 184/4 in their 20 overs, which proved to be an insurmountable target for Malaysia.

Since 2022, the number of 50s scored by all other Sri Lankan Women's cricketers in T20Is is 8…
Chamari Athapaththu alone has scored 8 fifties and 2 hundreds…

Today, she equaled the record for the most centuries in Women's T20Is(3) pic.twitter.com/CuRmOP3LAM

— Abhishek AB (@ABsay_ek) July 22, 2024

Chamari Athapaththu dedicated her win to her mom sitting in the p?layer family box. She says her mum came ou?t to see her after 13 years and she owes it all to the sacrifices her mum made for her.

W-H-O-L-E-S-O-M-E#AsiaCup2024 #WomensAsiaCup

— Lavanya 🎙️🎥👩🏻‍�?(@lav_narayanan) July 22, 2024

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Malaysia Women’s batting collapse

Chasing a formidable target of 185, Malaysia’s batting crumbled under the pressure, as they were dismissed for a paltry 40 runs in 19.5 overs. The innings was characterized by a severe lack of substantial partnerships and was further exacerbated by Sri Lanka’s disciplined and aggressive bowling attack. Elsa Hunter was the only batter to reach double figures, scoring 10 runs. The rest of th?e Malaysian batters struggled to handle the relentless pressure and precision of Sri Lanka’s bowlers, leading to a dramatic and comprehensive defeat.

Kawya Kavindi’s disciplined bowling spell, which yielded just 7 runs and 2 wickets, was pivotal in curbing Malaysia’s run rate. Meanwhile, Shashini Gimhani excelled with 4 overs, conceding only 9 runs and claiming 3 wickets, effectively dismantling the Malaysian batting lineup. Their combined efforts were crucial in maintaining tight control over the gam??e.

MASSIVE WIN for our Lionesses! 🦁🇱🇰 We've crushed Malaysia by 144 runs and secured our spot in the #WomensAsiaCup2024 semi-finals!

This is SL's biggest-ever Women's T20I win by the margin of runs! #GoLionesses

🔥 This team is on FIRE! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/EcKr7ZO3tI

— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) July 22, 2024

Excellent bowling performance by Sri Lanka 👏👏

Scorecard: //t.co/0mmOuwHEFl#women #cricket #AsiaCup #SriLankaCricket #SLvMAL #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/3P6f742KpS

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) July 22, 2024

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On Monday (July 22) , at the Women’s Asia Cup 2024, Chamari Athapaththu delivered a spectacular performance for Sri Lanka Women in Match 7 of Group B against Malaysia Women at Dambulla.

Chamari Athapaththu’s remarkable century for Sri Lanka

Her innings was a standout highlight, marking her third T20I century and setting a new milestone for Sri Lankan’s cricket. She has also become the first women player to hit the ton in the T20I format of the Asia Cup. Athapaththu’s century, which helped Sri Lanka post a formidable total of 184/4 in their 20 overs, was a masterclass in aggressive batting. She scored an unbeaten 119 runs off just 69 balls, with an impressive strike rate of 172.46. Her innings was punctuated with 14 boundaries and 7 sixes, showcasing her exceptional ability to dominate the bowlers

Crucial partnership with Harshitha Samarawickrama 

Athapaththu started her innings cautiously, aiming to build a solid foundation. She was accompanied by Vishmi Gunaratne, who was dismissed early for just 1 run, bringing Athapaththu to the forefront. After the initial fall of wi??ckets, Athapaththu began to assert herself, forming crucial partnerships.

Harshitha Samarawickrama supported her well, and the pair managed to stabilize the innings. Athapaththu and Samarawickrama’s partnership was pivotal. Samarawickrama scored a valuable 26 runs off 23 balls, including 5 boundaries. Their collaboration helped Sri Lanka m??ove from a precarious 5/1 to a more secure position of 69/2 by the 10th over.

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Athapaththu’s acceleration in the end

With the foundation laid, Athapaththu shifted gears. Her aggressive batting saw her score boundaries frequently, using both finesse and power to dismantle Malaysia’s bowling attack. Her scoring rate surged as she took full advantage of any scoring opportunity. Athapaththu reached her century in just 69 balls. Her innings featured a blend of strong drives, well-timed cuts, and aggressive pulls. The century was marked with combination of remarkable boundaries and sixes , showcasing her dominance and striking prowess.

Humongous target for Malaysia Women

Athapaththu remained unbeaten at 119 runs as the innings concluded. Despite the fall of her batting partners – Anushka Sanjeewani (31) and Kavisha Dilhari (0), she continued to anchor the innings, ensuring that Sri Lanka posted a formidable total of 184/4 in their 20 overs. Athapaththu’s performance was crucial in setting a challenging target for Malaysia, who were set the daunting task of chasing 185 runs. Her innings ensured that Sri Lanka had a strong total to defend, highlighting her role as a pivotal player in her team’s campaign.

Here’s how Fans reacted:

ALL HAIL GODDESS CHAMARI ATHAPATHTHU!

— Lavanya 🎙️🎥👩🏻‍�?(@lav_narayanan) July 22, 2024

Chamari Athapatthu 💯 alert!

A top century, in just 63 balls. Fi???rst hundred in Sri Lanka for her!

The first ton in #AsiaCup!

3rd in T20Is for CT! 💪

— Nikhil 🏏 (@CricCrazyNIKS) July 22, 2024

And that is a Century! Brought it up with a SIX! Followed by one more s??ix!

Chamari Athapathu ! 🔝 Stuff! pic.twitter.com/d59Av8CyL3

— AsliBCCIWomen (@AsliBCCIWomen) July 22, 2024

CHAMARI A??THAPATHTHU BECO??MES THE FIRST EVER WOMAN TO SCORE A CENTURY IN T20 ASIA CUP.

History created by the Sri Lankan stalwart 💥🇱🇰

— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) July 22, 2024

Chamari Athapaththu becomes the FIRST ever cricketer to score a century in Women's T20 Asia Cup.

Previous record : Mithali Raj's 97* vs Malaysia in 2018#AsiaCup

— Rhitankar Bandyopadhyay (@rhitankar8616) July 22, 2024

119*
Chamari is a beast!#SLvMAL

— Gayash Earthling 🇱🇰 (@iamgayash) July 22, 2024

Chamari Athapaththu 🔥 100!!!

— Dharya Puri (धैर्�?पूरी) (@DPThirdCharm) July 22, 2024

Chamari 🙇‍♂�?/p>

— Dr. Deepak Lamba (@Deepakl123) July 22, 2024

Brilliant innings from Chamari Athapaththu 119*(69). Rare to see a hard-hitting batter like her in women's cricket.#WomensAsiaCup2024 pic.twitter.com/L7p0V7i3rS

— Balaje S 🇮🇳 (@balaje_sb) July 22, 2024

💥 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ 💥

What an innings by Chamari Athapaththu 👏👏#women #cricket #ChamariAthapaththu #SriLankaCricket #AsiaCup #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/rw2dBk5SEf

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) July 22, 2024

💥CENTURY!💥

The Captain leads from the front! Chamari Athapaththu blasts her way to a magnificent 3️⃣rd T20I century! 🔥#WomensAsiaCup2024 #SLvMAL #GoLionesses pic.twitter.com/tegzguOUFx

— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) July 22, 2024

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In a commanding display of batting, Pakistan Women secured a decisive 9-wicket victory over Nepal Women in the Group A match of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 at Dambulla on Sunday (July 21). Set a target of 109, Pakistan achieved their goal in just 11.5 overs, powered by exceptional performances from Gull Feroza and Muneeba Ali. Feroza’s explosive 57 off 35 balls and Ali’s unbeaten 46 off 34 balls anchor?ed Pakistan’s chase, ensuring a comfortable win and demonstrating their dominance in the tournament.

Nepal Women’s struggles: Battling to a modest total

Nepal faced significant challenges throughout their innings, ultimately posting a total of 108/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Their innings faltered from the start with the early dismissal of Samjhana Khadka for just 4 runs. Sita Rana Magar provided a brief period of stability with a patient 26 off 30 balls, but crucial contributions were lacking from other key players, including captain Indu Barma and Kabita Kunwar, who were dismissed for low scores. Puja Mahato’s 25 off 32 balls and Kabita Joshi’s late surge, scoring 31 not out off 23 balls, were instrumental in pushing Nepal’s total to a somewhat competitive figure, but it proved insufficient against Pakistan’s formidable chase.

Nepa?l are probably 10-15 runs because they were 29-1 in 4 overs and managed to get only 5 runs in the next 4 overs.

Despite having as many as 10 batters in the line up. Intent was not there in the middle. Thanks to mainly Kabi?ta Joshi (31*), we got close to 108-6 in the end.

— Samraat Maharjan (@MaharjanSamraat) July 21, 2024

Also READ: Women’s Asia Cup 2024: Date, Matc??h Time, Venue, Broadcast and Live Streaming Details

Pakistan Women’s chase: Dominant performance secures easy victory

Pakistan’s chase was masterfully led by openers Feroza and Muneeba, who made light work of the target. Feroza set the tone with a powerful innings, scoring an impressive 57 runs off 35 balls, including 10 boundaries. Her aggressive batting laid a solid foundation for the chase. Muneeba supported her perfectly, contributing an unbeaten 46 from 34 balls. The pair’s partnership was crucial, allowing Pakistan to reach the target with ease and in just 11.5 overs. The only wicket to fall was Feroza, dismissed by Kabita when the score was 105. Tuba Hassan joined Muneeba to see Pakistan Women over the line, secur??ing a comfortable victory.

Pakistan Women register a dominant nine-wicket win over Nepal Women 🔥#pakvsnep #WomensAsiaCup #cricket #womencricket #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/KLjfsR0tHn

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) July 21, 2024

Also READ: Women’s Asia Cup 2024: Here are the complete squads of?? all 8 teams

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India all but guaranteed themselves a semi-final spot in the Women’s Asia Cup with a convincing win by 77 runs over UAE. This match saw India’s middle order get a much-needed hit out, and their bowlers were given plenty of mileage. Harmanpreet Kaur led the charge with a top score of 66, but it was Richa Ghosh‘s sensational late acceleration that stole the show. Ghosh’s unbeaten 29-ball 64 helped India post their first-ever score of 200-plus in T20Is, setting a formidable target for UAE.

Middle-order resurgence by Richa Ghosh and Harmanpreet Kaur

India were put in to bat and faced early setbacks with their marauding openers Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, among others, dismissed early. At 52 for 3 inside the powerplay, the opportunity was UAE’s to seize. D Hemalatha, who has struggled to make the No. 3 spot her own, was dismissed for 2, leaving India wobbling. Her continued lean run could prompt the team management to consider reinstating Jemimah Rodrigues at No. 3. Rodrigues made 14 in a 54-run stand w??ith Harmanpreet before being dismissed in her first attempt to hit ove?r the top.

Harmanpreet, on the other hand, was content to knock singles and twos early on but upped the tempo soon after the halfway mark. She brought out a range of sweeps that found different arcs on the leg-side boundary, demonstrating her ability to hit effectively against the turn. Meanwhile, Richa Ghosh made heads turn with her aesthetically pleasing cover drives and lofted hits, showing that her game isn’t just about power. She was particularly severe on Esha Oza‘s gentle long hops, hitting four boundaries in one over. Ghosh’s aggressive batting, coupled with Harmanpreet’s well-paced innings, helped India to a massive total.

Also READ: Women’s Asia Cup 2024: Date, Match Time, Venue, B?ro?adcast and Live Streaming Details

UAE’s Struggles and Bright Spots

UAE hardly posed a challenge during the chase. Despite a decent start by Oza and Kavisha Egodage, who scored 36 and 40 not out respectively, UAE’s chase fizzled out in the powerplay. Theertha Satish took nine balls to get off the mark and was the first to fall in the fifth over. Pooja Vastrakar claimed her first wicket shortly after, and Oza, despite holding firm, became debutant Tanuja Kanwar‘s first international wicket. Kanwar, who impressed in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) for Gujarat Giants, finished with figures of 4-0-14-1, capping off a dream debut.UAE’s total of more than 115/8 was an improvement over their previous performances and should be a confidence booster. Despite the loss, UAE isn’t mathematically out of the semi-finals race.

Here’s how Fans reacted:

2️⃣/2️⃣ wins, NRR 📈 – it's a good day to be a #TeamIndia fan 💙#AaliRe #INDvUAE #WomensAsiaCup2024 pic.twitter.com/Rpeyi51A0L

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) July 21, 2024

India secured a 78-run victory over the UAE in their second match, showcasing another impressive performance.#INDvUAE pic.twitter.com/EiV9utYTTs

— Dilip Sharma (@dilipsh67605591) July 21, 2024

For her blistering counter-attacking knock of 64* off 29 balls, @13richaghosh is named the Player of the Match 👏

Scorecard ▶️ //t.co/fnyeHav1sS#WomensAsiaCup2024 | #ACC | #INDvUAE pic.twitter.com/YAOm2a9gDA

— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) July 21, 2024

Clinical performan??ce by India Womens team agai??nst UAE Womens! 🇮🇳👏

India secured a convincing 78-run victory UAE in Women's Asia Cup 2024. 👌

2 wins 2 matches now for Harmanpreet Kaur and her team 🔥#HarmanpreetKaur #INDvUAE #INDWvUAE #AsiaCup #AsiaCup2024 #WomensAsiaCup2024 pic.twitter.com/aGNeMlavBp

— Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01) July 21, 2024

India continue their dominance in the Women's Asia Cup

Got their highest total ever ?& then restricted UAE to 123/7 in 20 overs

Massive 78 run wins & they are all but through to the semis now#AsiaCup2024 #WomensAsiaCup2024 #WomensAsiaCup #INDvUAE

— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) July 21, 2024

Another comprehensive win for the Women in Blue #cricket #INDvUAE #AsiaCup #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/4prxnaLQR3

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) July 21, 2024

Don't want to compare her with others in the sport but Richa Ghosh really has all the makings of being someone many will adore, admire and look up to by the time she is done with cricket.

Destined for greatness. pic.twitter.com/99BfGpW5du

— Nikhil 🏏 (@CricCrazyNIKS) July 21, 2024

2019, Tanuja Kanwer helped India Emerging side defeat Sri Lanka in Sri Lanka i??n Emerging Asia Cup final.

2024, Tanuja Kanwer makes her debut for India in Sri Lanka in #AsiaCup.

— Krithika (@krithika0808) July 21, 2024

Great recovery to post 201. Well pla??yed Richa and Harman 👏🏼

— Saurabh Malhotra (@MalhotraSaurabh) July 21, 2024

WAAAH! Richa Ghosh finishes the in?nings with five consecutive fours. That was some innings man!

— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer) July 21, 2024

4️⃣, 4️⃣, 4️⃣, 4️⃣, 4️⃣

Richa never fails to give her side a perfect finish 🫶 (We’re speaking out of Experience 🤩)#PlayBold #TeamIndia #INDvUAE pic.twitter.com/0gferZMp39

— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) July 21, 2024

Total domination of India against UAE#INDvUAE pic.twitter.com/y2krNQ2UJE

— Ganpat Teli (@gateposts_) July 21, 2024

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Sri Lanka Women commenced their Women’s Asia Cup 2024 campaign with an emphatic seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh Women at Dambulla on Saturday (July 20). This win was marked by a comprehensive all-round performance, underscored by Vishmi Gunaratne‘s steady half-century. Sri Lanka’s dominance on the field set the tone for the tournament, showcasing their prowess and intent to be a formidable force.

Bangladesh’s batting struggles

Electing to bat first, Bangladesh’s innings was fraught with challenges from the outset. The team faced immediate setbacks, losing four crucial wickets within the powerplay overs, which significantly hampered their momentum. The early dismissals left Bangladesh reeling, and it required a determined effort from captain Nigar Sultana, who played a crucial anchor role to stabilize the innings. Adding some much-needed impetus to the lower order was Shorna Akter, who delivered a quickfire 25 off just 14 balls. Despite her valiant efforts, Bangladesh could only muster a mo??dest total of 111/8, falling short of ??a competitive score.

Feel for Nigar Sultana

Gives it her all with bat & as captain?? in every game & tries so hard but very few in her team match her high standards

If Bangladesh bring back a few seniors, they can do much better#AsiaCup2024 #WomensAsiaCup2024 #WomensAsiaCup #BANvSL

— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) July 20, 2024

This is going to be a hard couple of months for Bangladesh. #SLvBAN #AsiaCup2024

— Lavanya 🎙️🎥👩🏻‍�?(@lav_narayanan) July 20, 2024

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Sri Lanka’s chase: Vishmi Gunaratne shines

In their pursuit of 112 runs, Sri Lanka encountered an early setback with the dismissal of their captain Chamari Athapaththu. However, the team’s depth and resilience came to the fore, proving they are no longer reliant on a single player. Gunaratne, continuing her remarkable form in 2024, anchored the chase with a composed and methodical half-century, her third in T20 internationals this year.

She found a reliable partner in Harshitha Samarawickrama, who provided excellent support, ensuring that Sri Lanka maintained a steady pace throughout the innings. The duo’s partnership was instrumental in guiding Sri Lanka to victory, as they comfortably reached the target with 17 balls to spare. The defeat further extended Bangladesh’s winless streak in T20 internationals to nine matches in 2024, highlighting the challenges they have faced in the format this year. Despite showing moments of promise, the team has struggled to convert opportunities into victories.

Vishmi Gunaratne lit up the pitch with a sensational half-century! 👏🏏 What a performance, Vishmi! #WomensAsiaCup2024 #SLvBAN #GoLionesses pic.twitter.com/honBARlX9M

— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) July 20, 2024

Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by 7 wickets.#SLvBAN #cricket #WomensAsiaCup2024 #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/0Knu0Ihv6J

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) July 20, 2024

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