PM Narendra Modi reacts to India's record eighth Women's Asia Cup title. Read

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India by women asia cup 2026 Ended undefeated campaign on a high note in Dubai on Sunday, September 13 Sri Lanka By defeating by 72 runs. This victory increased India's record Eighth Asia Cup title Delivered and underlined his superiority throughout the tournament. India posted a strong score of 183/5, while the bowlers ensured that Sri Lanka could never gather enough momentum in the chase, restricting the visitors to 111 runs in 20 overs.

Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana made big scores for India

India's strong performance Shafali Verma And Smriti Mandhana Started with a great opening partnership between. The pair added 129 runs, the highest partnership for any wicket in the history of the Women's T20 Asia Cup. Shafali opened the attack by scoring 68 runs in 39 balls, which put pressure on the Sri Lankan bowling. His aggressive approach provided the platform India needed to post a strong score.

Mandhana, on the other hand, played a vital supporting role, contributing with 59 runs in 39 balls. Their partnership provided an ideal base for India before the team finished at 183/5 in their allotted 20 overs. Set a target of 184 runs to win the final, Sri Lanka faced an Indian bowling attack that performed consistently throughout the contest.

Sri Lanka's target collapses under Indian pressure

Sri Lanka's attempt to chase the target could not gain momentum due to early wickets, which put pressure on the batting side. Although captain Chamari Athapattu Tried to take control of the innings, but his struggling 36 could not help the chase. India's bowlers maintained control throughout the innings, making it difficult for Sri Lanka to keep pace with the required run rate. Mr Charani Put in a dominant performance by taking four wickets.

Charani finished with impressive figures of 4/20, consistently troubling the Sri Lankan batting order to help India retain their hold on the contest. after this Deepti Sharma Caused further damage in the middle overs. The experienced all-rounder took three wickets for 19 runs, dismantling Sri Lanka's middle order and ending hopes of any possible comeback. Ultimately, Sri Lanka scored 111 runs in their 20 overs, leaving India 72 runs behind the target, giving India a comprehensive victory.

PM Narendra Modi and President Draupadi Murmu lauded India's victory in the Asia Cup final

India's title-winning performance was praised by the country's top leadership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi Congratulating the team on X, he described the achievement as a “proud moment for Indian cricket”. Modi praised the team's confidence, consistency and amazing spirit throughout the tournament. He also expressed that this continental win will inspire millions of youth in India to participate in sports and achieve success at the global level.

“A proud moment for Indian cricket! Congratulations to the women's team on winning the Asia Cup. Their confidence, consistency and amazing spirit were clearly visible throughout the tournament. May this victory inspire millions of youth in the country to play the game and shine,” Modi wrote on

President Draupadi Murmu also celebrated India's achievement, highlighting the team's undefeated campaign. He described her success as a great source of inspiration, especially for the daughters of the country.

“My hearty congratulations to all members of Team India on winning the Women's T20 Asia Cup Championship 2026. They played brilliantly as a team throughout the tournament, winning all the matches. They have made the country proud. They are a great source of inspiration for our youth, especially our daughters. I am confident that they will write chapters of more inspiring successes,” The Indian President wrote.

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