By afiur
September 18, 2026
India Women crushed Japan by 8 wickets in the Asian Games quarter-final, securing a place in the semifinals.
Japan struggled against India’s disciplined bowling attack and were bowled out for just 57 runs in 19.5 overs.
Left-arm spinner Shree Charani took 4/10, dismantling Japan’s batting and producing a standout bowling performance.
Shafali Verma smashed an unbeaten 40 off just 15 balls, including six fours and two sixes, as India raced towards victory.
India chased down the 58-run target in only 5 overs and will face Bangladesh in the semifinal on September 20.