India Women produced a dominant performance in the final of the Women’s Asian Games 2026, defeating Sri Lanka Women by 147 runs. India posted an imposing 216/3 in 20 overs after choosing to bat first, before Sri Lanka were dismissed for 69 in 15.4 overs.

India’s batting effort was led by Smriti Mandhana, who scored a brilliant 79 runs from 45 balls, including five fours and seven sixes. Shafali Verma also made an explosive contribution with 48 from 29 balls, while Richa Ghosh remained unbeaten on 49 from 22 deliveries.

The Indian innings also received useful contributions from captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who scored 19 runs, and Bharti Fulmali, who finished unbeaten on 14.

Sri Lanka struggled to build partnerships during their chase. Chamari Athapaththu top-scored with 29 runs from 21 balls, while Kavisha Dilhari added 11. However, regular wickets prevented Sri Lanka from developing any sustained momentum.

For India, Deepti Sharma was particularly effective with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 6 runs in 4 overs. Shafali Verma, Shreyanka Patil, and Shree Charani also took two wickets each.

India eventually completed a 147-run victory, finishing the Women’s Asian Games 2026 final with a commanding all-round performance.

Match Summary

Key Match Statistics

India Women: 216/3 in 20 overs
Sri Lanka Women: 69 all out in 15.4 overs
Winning Margin: 147 runs

Top India Batter

Smriti Mandhana – 79 (45)

Best India Finisher

Richa Ghosh – 49 (22)*

Top Sri Lanka Batter

Chamari Athapaththu – 29 (21)

Best India Bowler

Deepti Sharma – 3/6 (4 overs)