Sri Lanka Secures Thrilling Win Over Pakistan to Reach Women’s Asia Cup Final
In a nail-biting second semi-final of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024, Sri Lanka triumphed over Pakistan by 3 wickets. Pakistan set a target of 141 runs, which Sri Lanka chased successfully, scoring 141 for losing 7 wickets in 19.5 overs. The victory has set up a final clash between Sri Lanka and India.
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Chamari Athapathu Leads Sri Lankan Batting
Sri Lanka’s captain, Chamari Athapathu, played a pivotal role in the chase. She scored 63 runs off 48 balls, hitting 9 fours and 1 six. Her performance laid a solid foundation for the team. Anushka Sanjeevani also contributed significantly, remaining unbeaten with 24 runs from 22 balls, ensuring the team crossed the finish line. Other notable contributions came from Kavisha Dilhari (17 runs), Harshita Samarawickrama (12 runs), and Sugandika Kumari (10 runs).
Pakistan’s bowlers fought hard, with Sadia Iqbal taking 4 wickets, while captain Nida Dar and Omaima Sohail each claimed 1 wicket
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Grand Final: India vs. Sri Lanka
The Women’s Asia Cup final will see an exciting contest between India and Sri Lanka on July 28. Both teams have been unbeaten in the tournament, winning all their matches, including the semi-finals. This final will repeat the men’s Asia Cup final in 2023, where India faced Lanka. Cricket fans are eager to see whether Team India will triumph again or if the Sri Lankan team will avenge their men’s team’s defeat.
Sri Lanka Women’s Playing XI: Chamari Athapathu (captain), Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshita Samarawickrama, Hasini Perera, Anushka Sanjeevani (wicketkeeper), Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Inoshi Priyadarshini, Udeshika Prabodhani, Sugandika Kumari, Achini Kulasuriya.
Pakistan Women’s Playing XI: Nida Dar (captain), Gul Feroza, Muniba Ali (wicketkeeper), Sidra Amin, Omaima Sohail, Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana, Tuba Hasan, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Syeda Arub Shah.
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