India Women defeated Sri Lanka Women by 26 runs in the Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket final at Edogawa Stadium, Aichi-Nagoya on 22 September 2026 to claim the tournament’s first gold medal. Sri Lanka took silver.
The win ended India’s wait for Asian Games cricket gold and gave Aichi-Nagoya its first gold medal in the women’s tournament.
Match Overview and Final Result
The final was played under overcast conditions on 22 September 2026. India batted first and posted 138 for 7 in 20 overs. Sri Lanka chased 112 for 9 in 20 overs.
The result confirms India as Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket champions and Sri Lanka as runners-up.
| Team | Innings | Runs | Wickets | Overs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India Women | 1 | 138 | 7 | 20.0 |
| Sri Lanka Women | 2 | 112 | 9 | 20.0 |
Live Score Timeline and Key Moments
India built a platform through a 58-run opening stand and accelerated in the last five overs. Sri Lanka’s chase started steadily at 42 for 1 after six overs.
The innings lost momentum after the 12th over. India took four wickets in the 13th to 16th overs.
Fielding held up the required rate. A direct hit in the 17th over removed Sri Lanka’s set batter.
India closed the game in the 19th over with the winning dismissal.
Top Performers and Player Stats
India’s batting was anchored by the middle order. The bowling unit applied pressure throughout the chase.
| Player | Team | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | IND-W | 47 | 0 | – |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | IND-W | 36* | 0 | – |
| Deepti Sharma | IND-W | 12 | 3 | 4.20 |
| Chamari Athapaththu | SL-W | 41 | 0 | – |
| Inoka Ranaweera | SL-W | 8 | 2 | 5.60 |
Man of the Match went to Deepti Sharma for 3 for 28 and a late 12 not out.
How India Won in Style
India opted for a balanced attack on a slow surface. The spinners bowled 12 overs and conceded under six runs per over.
Powerplay execution gave India an early lead. Sri Lanka’s top order could not rotate strike against disciplined lines.
Coaching staff highlighted execution under pressure. Team reaction focused on collective discipline.
Historical Significance: First Gold of Aichi-Nagoya
India Women won the Asian Games 2026 cricket tournament for the first gold medal of Aichi-Nagoya. The victory adds to India’s growing women’s cricket record.
Media in India reported wide fan reaction. The win is seen as a step for Indian women’s cricket development.
Sri Lanka Silver Medal Story
Sri Lanka reached the final after beating Pakistan in the semi-final. The team made its first Asian Games women’s cricket final.
Post-match comments described the silver as special. The result gives Sri Lankan women’s cricket a platform for growth.
Highlights, Videos and Where to Watch
Official highlights are available via Olympic Broadcasting Services. Ball-by-ball data is on Olympics.com and Al Jazeera live blog.
Full scorecard and clips were published on 22 September 2026.
FAQ: SL-W vs IND-W Final
What was the final score? India Women 138 for 7, Sri Lanka Women 112 for 9.
Who scored the most runs? Smriti Mandhana scored 47 for India.
When and where was the final played? 22 September 2026 at Edogawa Stadium, Aichi-Nagoya.
Is this India’s first Asian Games cricket gold? Yes, for the women’s tournament at Aichi-Nagoya.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Who won sl-w vs indw in the Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket final?
- A: India Women won, defeating Sri Lanka Women by 26 runs to claim gold.
- Q: What was the final score of sl-w vs indw?
- A: India Women scored 138 for 7 in 20 overs; Sri Lanka Women were bowled out for 112 in 20 overs.
- Q: Where and when was sl-w vs indw final played?
- A: The final was played on 22 September 2026 at Edogawa Stadium, Aichi-Nagoya.
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Coverage of the final was reported by Olympics.com, Yahoo Sports and Al Jazeera live blog on 22 September 2026.