Women's Asia Cup: India beat Sri Lanka to reclaim title after Smriti Mandhana-Shafali Verma batting blitz
- Shafali Verma scored the fastest half-century in a Women's Asia Cup final, reaching 50 runs in just 24 balls against Sri Lanka on September 13, 2026.
- Verma was the top run-scorer before the final, with 168 runs at a strike rate of 169.69, including two half-centuries.
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Shafali-Smriti fireworks, Charani's magic hand India record 8th Womens Asia Cup crown
Women’s Asia Cup Final: Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana powered India with a stunning opening stand before Shree Charani’s four-wicket haul sealed a dominant 72-run win over Sri Lanka, handing the defending champions a record eighth title.
Women's Asia Cup: India beat Sri Lanka to reclaim title after Smriti Mandhana-Shafali Verma batting blitz
India secured the Women's Asia Cup title by defeating Sri Lanka in the final match. Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana powered India to a strong total of 183 runs. The bowlers then restricted Sri Lanka to 111 runs, securing a dominant victory. Shafali Verma achieved the fastest fifty in the tournament's history. Shree Charani led the bowling attack with an impressive four wickets.
India dominate Sri Lanka to win record 8th Women's Asia Cup title, register stellar 72-run victory
The Indian team performed brilliantly against Sri Lanka in the final of the Women's Asia Cup 2026. The two sides met at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, and after an exceptional performance, the Women in Blue managed to register a 72-run victory.
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