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IND vs BAN Semi-Final 2026: In the second semi-final of the 2026 Asian Games, played at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, the Indian women's cricket team delivered a spectacular performance true to their reputation. Defending champions India defeated the Bangladesh women's team by 114 runs in a completely one-sided contest, securing their place in the gold medal match.
India Women vs Bangladesh Women Match Highlights
- India Total: 195/4 in 20 Overs
- Bangladesh Total: 81 All Out in 15.4 Overs
- Player of the Match Performance: Shafali Verma (100 runs off 49 balls, SR: 204.08)
- Top Bowlers: Deepti Sharma (3/7) & Nandini Sharma (3/25)
- Victory Margin: India won by 114 runs
- Next Fixture: India vs Sri Lanka Gold Medal Match (22 September)
Dominant Start: Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma Set the Tone
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After winning the toss, the Indian team decided to bat first and immediately put the Bangladeshi bowlers under pressure. Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana adopted an aggressive approach right from the start, smashing 37 runs off just 19 balls (5 fours, 2 sixes). This explosive start by Mandhana set India on course for a massive total.
Shafali Verma's Record-Breaking Century off 49 Balls
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The true star of the match was young opener Shafali Verma. She tore apart the Bangladeshi bowling attack, playing magnificent shots all around the ground.
- Runs: 100
- Balls: 49
- Strike Rate: 204.08
- Boundaries: 3 Fours and 9 Sixes
Following Shafali's aggressive century, captain Harmanpreet Kaur played a sensible innings, scoring 40 runs off 33 balls to keep the scoreboard ticking. Although Marufa Akter and Sanjida Akter Meghla claimed a few wickets towards the end, India had already posted a massive total of 195/4 in their 20 overs.
Bangladesh Collapse Under Pressure: All Out for 81
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Chasing a daunting target of 196 runs, the Bangladeshi team appeared helpless against the Indian bowlers right from the start. Faced with the Indian bowling unit's tight line and length, the Bangladeshi batters kept returning to the pavilion in quick succession. Only Dilara Akter (27 runs off 23 balls) managed to put up some resistance. The entire Bangladesh team was bowled out for just 81 runs in 15.4 overs.
Bowling Masterclass: Deepti, Nandini, and Shree Charani Shine
The bowlers also played an exceptional role in India's victory:
- Deepti Sharma: Off-spinner Deepti spun a web around the batters, claiming 3 wickets for just 7 runs in 2.4 overs.
- Nandini Sharma: Nandini bowled a brilliant spell, recording figures of 3/25.
- Shree Charani: Playing her debut Asian Games match, spinner Shree Charani impressed by taking 2 wickets for only 7 runs in 3 overs.
Road to Gold: India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games 2026 Final
With this emphatic victory, the Indian women's team has secured its spot in the Asian Games 2026 final.
- Gold Medal Match: India vs Sri Lanka on September 22
- Bronze Medal Match: Bangladesh vs Pakistan
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