Indian Women's Cricket Team has effortlessly secured its spot in the ninth Women's Asia Cup T20 final, driven by Renuka Singh's outstanding new ball performance and Radha Yadav's brilliant spin bowling. Openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma comfortably chased the target in just 11 overs.

India Beats Bangladesh To Storm Into Women’s Asia Cup Final 

Defending champions India trounced Bangladesh by 10 wickets on Friday, July 26, advancing to the final of the Women’s T20 Asia Cup. Chasing a modest 81 runs for victory, Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma quickly achieved the target in 11 overs, with 54 balls to spare. Mandhana was exceptional, scoring an unbeaten 55 from 39 balls, including nine fours and a six. Shafali Verma supported her with 26 not out, hitting two fours. Earlier in the match, Renuka Singh Thakur (3/10) dismantled Bangladesh’s top order, while Radha Yadav (3/14) restricted them to a mere 80/8. 

India vs Bangladesh: Women's Asia Cup T20 2024 Semi-Final Showdown in Dambulla

Indian Team

The Indian squad, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, boasts a strong lineup with players like Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Jemimah Rodrigues. The team also includes all-rounders Deepti Sharma and Pooja Vastrakar, along with bowlers Renuka Singh and Radha Yadav. The combination of experienced players and rising stars has been crucial to India's successful campaign so far.

Bangladesh Team

On the other hand, the Bangladesh squad is captained by Nigar Sultana Joty and features key players such as Nahida Akter, Murshida Khatun, and Jahanara Alam. The team has shown great resilience and skill throughout the tournament, making them formidable opponents.

The semi-final match was played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, known for its pitches that tend to slow down in the second half of the game. India’s recent performance at this pitch has been historic. Last week, they posted their first-ever 200+ score in T20 internationals, scoring 201/5 against the UAE. This remarkable achievement reflects the team's current form and capability to perform under pressure, giving them an edge in the upcoming semi-final.

As both teams geared up for this significant clash, the semi-final became a thrilling encounter. However, India's dominant performance has set the stage for an exciting final, as they aim to retain their title and continue their reign as Asia Cup champions.