In a thrilling semi-final match of the Women’s Asia Cup held in Dambulla, Sri Lanka emerged victorious over Pakistan by three wickets, ending Pakistan’s journey in the tournament. Sri Lanka will now face India in the final on Sunday.With this win, Sri Lanka sets up an exciting final against India. Both teams are poised for a fierce battle, with Sri Lanka aiming for their maiden Women’s Asia Cup title. As Pakistan bows out, they can hold their heads high for a valiant effort in the tournament.
Today Match Summary
Batting first, the Pakistan women’s team posted a total of 140 runs for the loss of four wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Opener Muneeba Ali set the stage with a solid 37 runs, while Gull Feroza added 25 runs to the scoreboard. Captain Nida Dar contributed 23 runs, showcasing her skills as a dependable player. Towards the end of the innings, Fatima Sana and Aliya Riaz provided crucial contributions, scoring 23 and 16 not out, respectively, to take the total to a competitive 140.
Sri Lankan bowlers put up a commendable performance, with Udeshika Prabodhani and Kavisha Dilhari each claiming two wickets, effectively restricting Pakistan’s ability to set a more challenging target.
Sri Lanka’s Chase
In response, Sri Lanka chased down the target of 141 runs in 19.5 overs, losing seven wickets along the way. Chamari Athapaththu, the Sri Lankan captain, played a pivotal role with a stunning 63-run innings, anchoring the chase. Despite a strong bowling effort from Pakistan’s Sadia Iqbal, who took four crucial wickets, Sri Lanka managed to secure the win with just one ball to spare, sealing their place in the final.
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