The Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women’s cricket team won their record-extending eighth Womens Asia Cup title by defeating Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the 2026 final in Dubai. Powered by half-centuries from Shafali Verma (68) and Smriti Mandhana (59), India posted a total of 183/5. In reply, Sri Lanka was bowled out for 111, with Shree Charani taking four wickets for 20 runs.

The Indian women’s cricket team secured a 72-run victory over Sri Lanka in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, Team India claimed its eighth Asia Cup title after defending a total of 183 runs. After winning the toss and opting to bat first, India’s opening pair built a foundation for the innings. Openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma established a 129-run opening partnership to place the team in a strong position.

Shafali Verma Heroic Half Century lead India to Win Womens Asia Cup 2026:

Shafali Verma reached her half-century in 24 balls, scoring 68 off 39 deliveries with nine boundaries and two sixes. Smriti Mandhana added 59 off 39 balls, featuring five fours and three sixes. Following their dismissals, Gunalan Kamalini added 15 runs off five balls in the final over, helping India reach 183/5 in 20 overs.

In response, Sri Lanka’s batting lineup struggled to maintain the required run rate and was dismissed for 111 in 20 overs. Captain Chamari Athapaththu scored 36 off 32 balls, while Nilakshika Silva contributed 22 runs.

Spin bowler Shree Charani led India’s attack with figures of 4/20 in four overs. Deepti Sharma provided support by taking 3/19, including the final wicket on the last ball of the match. Kranti Gaud, Shafali Verma, and Prema Rawat picked up one wicket each to complete the victory.