Dubai, Sep 11 (PTI) India will face defending champions Sri Lanka in a repeat of last edition’s final in the Women’s Asia Cup summit clash here on Sunday after the holders notched a four-wicket win over Pakistan on Friday.
Chasing a target of 131, Sri Lanka overcame some anxious moments to seal the win with eight balls to spare.
From being 33/4 in 6.2 overs, Sri Lanka’s recovery was led by Harshitha Samarawickrama (36 off 31 balls) and Kavisha Dilhari (33 off 33), who shared a 67-run partnership for the fifth wicket.
Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana (4/32) dismissed both batters in one over, leaving Sri Lanka at 109/6 and needing 22 runs from the last three overs.
Nilakshika Silva (13 not out) and Kaushini Nuthyangana (14 not out) then held their nerve to complete the chase.
Sent into bat, Pakistan were reduced to 52/4 inside 10 overs but skipper Sana’s unbeaten 47 (36 balls) helped them recover and post 130/5.
Hosts Sri Lanka had defeated India by eight wickets in the final of the 2024 edition to claim their maiden Asia Cup title.
They will now face Harmanpreet Kaur’s side, who are eyeing a record-extending eighth title.
India have enjoyed a dominant run in the tournament, winning four matches in a row.
They topped the group stage with three wins before defeating Bangladesh by 40 runs in the semifinal. PTI TAP TAP AH AH
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