India women beat Sri Lanka in the SL-W vs INDW Asian Games 2026 final and won the first gold medal of the Aichi-Nagoya Games. The chase was completed in 58 minutes. India finished the match with 8 wickets in hand.
Match Overview and Final Result
Sri Lanka batted first. India bowled first. The target was set and chased quickly.
The final was played at the Asian Games cricket venue in Aichi-Nagoya. India won.
India vs Sri Lanka women’s cricket final scorecard and key stats
| Team | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Top Scorer | Best Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | 20.0 | 103 | 7 | Chamari Athapaththu 42 | Radha Yadav 3/18 |
| India | 9.3 | 104 | 2 | Smriti Mandhana 48* | – |
India required 104 runs. The chase took 58 minutes of play time.
58-minute chase breakdown and match report
India lost two wickets early. Mandhana steadied the chase. The required rate was maintained.
The innings ended in the tenth over. Sri Lanka did not recover after the powerplay.
How India Won in Style at Asian Games 2026
India controlled both innings. The bowling restricted Sri Lanka. The batting closed the game fast.
Top batting and bowling performances for INDW
Smriti Mandhana scored 48 not out off 34 balls. Harmanpreet Kaur hit 28 off 19.
Radha Yadav took 3 wickets. Deepti Sharma took 2 wickets. The spin unit bowled 8 overs for 38 runs.
Turning points that sealed the gold medal
Athapaththu was dismissed in the 14th over. Sri Lanka lost 4 wickets for 22 runs.
India took two wickets in the powerplay of the chase. The middle overs were then controlled by Mandhana.
Significance of First Gold Medal of Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games
India women won Asian Games 2026 cricket tournament for first gold medal of Aichi-Nagoya. The medal was awarded on 22 September 2026.
India women win Asian Games 2026 cricket tournament for first gold medal of Aichi-Nagoya
The gold is India’s first medal at these Games. It sets the tone for the campaign.
Cricket returned to the Asian Games programme in 2026.
Historical context of women’s cricket at Asian Games
Women’s cricket debuted at the Asian Games in 2022 Hangzhou. India won gold then.
The 2026 edition featured six teams. The final was India versus Sri Lanka.
Asian Games: India Defeat Sri Lanka in Women’s Cricket Final
Asian Games: India defeat Sri Lanka in women’s cricket final. The match ended inside 10 overs.
Sri Lanka innings analysis and collapse factors
Sri Lanka made 103 for 7. The start was 48 for 1 in 7 overs.
The middle order collapsed. No batsman passed 42.
India chase strategy and finish
India targeted 10 runs per over. Boundaries were hit in overs 3 to 6.
The final runs were scored off a single. The match ended at 9.3 overs.
Player Spotlight and Reaction
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur led the side. Mandhana finished the chase.
Indian captain and match-winner quotes
Harmanpreet Kaur said the team executed the plan. Mandhana said the wicket was good for batting.
Sri Lanka response after final defeat
Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu said India played better cricket. She said the team will review the innings.
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India cricketers win in style. Sri Lanka took silver. Afghanistan won bronze in the women’s cricket podium.
Medal standings and women’s cricket podium
Gold: India. Silver: Sri Lanka. Bronze: Afghanistan.
The podium ceremony was held at the main stadium.
What this gold means for India’s Asian Games campaign
The gold adds one to India’s medal tally. It provides momentum for subsequent events.
FAQs
What was the final score of SL-W vs INDW Asian Games 2026
Sri Lanka 103/7 in 20 overs. India 104/2 in 9.3 overs. India won by 8 wickets.
Where was the women’s cricket final played Aichi-Nagoya
The final was played at the designated cricket venue in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
When is the next women’s cricket match at Asian Games
The women’s cricket tournament concluded with the final on 22 September 2026. No further matches are scheduled.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Who won the SL-W vs INDW Asian Games 2026 final?
- A: India women beat Sri Lanka women to win the first gold medal of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026.
- Q: How long did India’s chase take in the final?
- A: India chased 104 runs in 9.3 overs, with the innings lasting 58 minutes of play time.
- Q: Who was India’s top scorer in the SL-W vs INDW final?
- A: Smriti Mandhana scored 48 not out off 34 balls to anchor the chase.
- Q: Who took the best bowling figures for India?
- A: Radha Yadav took 3 for 18, with Deepti Sharma also taking 2 wickets.
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