India Women booked their place in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 final with a convincing 40-run victory over Bangladesh Women in the first semi-final at the Dubai International Stadium.
After being asked to bat first, India found scoring difficult on a surface that offered assistance to the bowlers. However, Shafali Verma produced a crucial innings at the top of the order, scoring 64 runs from 40 deliveries. Her aggressive approach gave India the momentum they needed during the middle overs.
Shafali struck seven fours and three sixes before her innings came to an end. India eventually finished their 20 overs on 149/6, with contributions from the middle order helping the team reach a competitive total.
Bangladesh started their chase positively but struggled to maintain the required scoring rate once India's spinners came into the attack. The Indian bowlers kept picking up wickets and prevented Bangladesh from building a significant partnership.
Bangladesh managed 109/7 in 20 overs, leaving India with a comfortable 40-run victory and a place in the final.
India Women vs Bangladesh Women: Score Summary
Team | Score | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
🇮🇳 India Women | 149/6 | 20.0 | Won |
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Women | 109/7 | 20.0 | Lost |
Top Performer
Shafali Verma – 64 runs off 40 balls
Her innings proved decisive on a challenging Dubai pitch and provided India with the platform to post a defendable total.
What Next for India?
India remain unbeaten in the tournament and will now wait for the result of the Sri Lanka Women vs Pakistan Women second semi-final to discover their opponent in the final. The second semi-final is scheduled for September 11, while the Women’s Asia Cup final will be played on September 13 in Dubai.
India's combination of aggressive batting and disciplined spin bowling will give them plenty of confidence heading into the title clash.
