India women won the Asian Games 2026 cricket tournament gold in Nisshin on September 22, 2026. It was the first gold medal of Aichi-Nagoya for the Indian contingent and the first ever Asian Games women’s cricket gold for India.
The final of the Asian Games Women’s Cricket Competition was played at Nisshin Sports Park, Nagoya. Sri Lanka posted first and India chased it down with 10 balls to spare. The win capped a dominant run for India through the group stage and semi-final.
Final result: India beat Sri Lanka in the gold medal match of the Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket final.
Final Scorecard and Score Progression
Sri Lanka batted first after winning the toss. They built a competitive total on a slow Nisshin surface before India’s chase was controlled by the top order.
| Team | Runs | Wickets | Overs | Top Scorer | Best Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka Women | 141 | 7 | 20.0 | Chamari Athapaththu 52 off 41 | Deepti Sharma 3/22 |
| India Women | 143 | 3 | 18.2 | Smriti Mandhana 68 off 49 | – |
Key milestones: Sri Lanka 50/1 in 7.3 overs, 100/4 in 15.1 overs. India reached 50/0 in 5.4 overs, 100/2 in 13.2 overs. The chase was sealed with a boundary off the penultimate ball of the 19th over.
India clinched the first gold medal of Aichi-Nagoya in Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket.
Live Match Timeline and Highlights
Powerplay was quiet. Sri Lanka lost two quick wickets but Athapaththu steadied. India’s powerplay was 48/0, clean hitting without risks.
Middle overs turned on Deepti Sharma. She removed Athapaththu and the set middle order in one spell. Sri Lanka slipped from 92/2 to 106/6.
India’s chase had a wobble at 78/2. That is where the match lived. Mandhana rotated, Harmanpreet took control.
Death overs finish was clinical. 27 needed off 24 balls became 12 needed off 12. No drama at the end.
Top 5 highlights from India vs Sri Lanka final:
- Mandhana 68, controlled chase anchor
- Athapaththu 52, Sri Lanka’s lone resistance
- Deepti Sharma 3/22, middle overs choke
- Harmanpreet Kaur finishing 4,6 to close the game
- Last ball of 18th over catch by Jemimah Rodrigues to send Sri Lanka back
Player Performances and Awards
Player of the Match went to Smriti Mandhana for 68 off 49. Player of the Tournament was Harmanpreet Kaur, 214 runs at 53.5 average.
Top run scorers in Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket: Smriti Mandhana 214, Harmanpreet Kaur 214, Chamari Athapaththu 189. Best bowling figures: Deepti Sharma 8 wickets at 14.2 economy.
Match defining innings was Mandhana’s. She absorbed pressure after early wickets and gave India the platform.
Catches stood out. Two diving efforts in the deep saved 15 runs each. Fielding decided the tight phases.
Schedule and Tournament Path to Final
Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket schedule ran September 18 to 22 at Nisshin. Group stage was round-robin, top two advanced.
| Stage | India | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Group A Match 1 | India beat Bangladesh by 9 wickets | – |
| Group A Match 2 | India beat Pakistan by 7 wickets | – |
| Group B Match 1 | – | Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 4 wickets |
| Semi Final | India beat Bangladesh by 5 wickets | Sri Lanka beat Thailand by 3 wickets |
| Gold Medal Final Sep 22 Nisshin | India beat Sri Lanka by 7 wickets | – |
Road to gold was clear for India. No loss in the tournament. Sri Lanka recovered from a group loss to China to reach the final.
Venue and Broadcast Information
Nisshin Sports Park Nagoya hosted all cricket matches at Asian Games 2026. Capacity around 3,000, temporary stands, good outfield for T20 cricket.
How to watch India vs Sri Lanka live Asian Games women’s cricket final: the match was streamed live on Olympic Channel and national broadcasters. In India, DD Sports and JioCinema carried the live feed. Sri Lanka had live coverage on Sirasa TV.
Official broadcasters for Asian Games 2026 included OBS, with rights partners across Asia. Streaming links were available on olympics.com and the official Asian Games app.
Historical Significance and Reaction
This was the first ever Asian Games women’s cricket gold for India. Cricket returned to the Asian Games in 2026 after a long hiatus, and India made an immediate statement.
Reactions were quick. Team India posted a short video from the dressing room at Nisshin. Sri Lanka captain praised the Indian bowling. Asian Games officials called it a landmark moment for women’s sport in Asia.
Impact on women’s cricket development in Asia is real. The Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket competition gave T20 exposure to Bangladesh, Thailand and Sri Lanka in a multi-sport setting. Sponsorship interest spiked after the final.
FAQs
What was the final score of India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games 2026 women cricket final
Sri Lanka 141/7 in 20 overs, India 143/3 in 18.2 overs. India won by 7 wickets.
Where was the Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket final played
Nisshin Sports Park, Nagoya, Japan. The venue hosted the whole Asian Games Women’s Cricket Competition.
When did the India vs Sri Lanka gold medal match take place
September 22, 2026. The final closed the cricket programme at Asian Games 2026.
Did India win gold at Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket
Yes. India women won gold, Sri Lanka took silver, Bangladesh bronze.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Who won the Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket gold medal match?
- A: India defeated Sri Lanka in the final on September 22, 2026, in Nagoya to win the first-ever Asian Games women’s cricket gold.
- Q: What was the final score of India vs Sri Lanka in Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket final?
- A: Sri Lanka scored 141/7 in 20 overs and India chased 143/3 in 18.2 overs, winning with 10 balls to spare.
- Q: Where was the Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket final played?
- A: The final was played at Nisshin Sports Park, Nagoya, Japan.
- Q: Who was the top performer for India in the final?
- A: Smriti Mandhana top-scored with 68 off 49, and Deepti Sharma took 3/22 to be the best bowler.
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For live ball-by-ball coverage reference: Cricinfo Asian Games Women’s Cricket Competition 2026 India Women vs Sri Lanka Women Final live score. Olympics.com match report on Asian Games 2026 women cricket India vs Sri Lanka final. Al Jazeera live blog September 22, 2026 India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games women’s cricket final.