Women's Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: India A reach final
What's the story
India A stormed into the final of the 2026 Women's Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup, thanks to an exceptional all-round performance by skipper Radha Yadav. The Indian team beat Sri Lanka A by five wickets in a semi-final match on Friday. After winning the toss, Sri Lanka opted to bat first but were bundled out for a mere 118 runs.
Bowling brilliance
Radha shines with 4 wickets
Radha led the Indian bowling attack, returning impressive figures of 4/19. She was well supported by left-arm spinner Tanuja Kanwar and leg-spinner Prema Rawat, who took two wickets each. For Sri Lanka, opener Sanjana Kavindi top-scored with 31 runs. The Lankans were faring well at 71/2 in the 10th over but couldn't withstand the Indian spinners' onslaught. Their last eight wickets fell for just 47 runs.
Chase details
How did the Indian innings pan out?
In their chase of the modest target, India had a few hiccups, losing three wickets for just 84 runs at one stage. This included top-scorer Vrinda Dinesh, who scored 42 runs off just 20 balls (8 fours). However, Radha's unbeaten knock of 31 off just 18 balls with seven boundaries ensured India crossed the line comfortably in the 14th over.
Final match-up
India A to face Bangladesh A
With this victory, India A secured a spot in the Women's Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup final. The team will take on Bangladesh A, who defeated Pakistan A in the second semi-final. India A have won three of their four matches so far, with their only defeat coming at the hands of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).