India reclaimed the Women’s Asia Cup title by thrashing Sri Lanka by 72 runs in a one-sided final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The dominant victory secured a record eighth Asian crown for the Indian women’s national cricket team.
Opting to bat first after winning the toss on Sunday (September 13, 2026), India posted a formidable total of 183 for 4 in their allotted 20 overs. Openers Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana laid a destructive foundation, putting together a 129-run opening partnership. Verma smashed 68 runs, while vice-captain Mandhana compiled a fluent 59 off 39 balls before being run out. Late contributions from skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (14), Richa Ghosh (17), and a explosive 5-ball 15 cameo from Kamalini propelled India to their imposing total.
Chasing a target of 184, Sri Lanka faltered early under pressure from India’s disciplined bowling attack. Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu offered resistance with a team-high 36 runs, while Vishmi Gunaratne contributed 20, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to cope with the climbing required run rate. Sri Lanka was ultimately bowled out for 111, handing India a 72-run win and reinforcing their historic dominance in Asian cricket with 8 titles out of 9 editions.
