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Sri Lanka women cricketers win silver at 2026 Asian Games
Sri Lanka's women's cricket team claimed the silver medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan after losing to defending champions India in the gold medal match. The defeat ended the island nation's bid for a maiden continental cricket title.
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India secured the gold medal with a dominant performance, posting 216 for 3 in their 20 overs under the captaincy of Harmanpreet Kaur. The Indian batting display set a formidable target for Sri Lanka in the final at the Games in Japan.
Sri Lanka's chase faltered against the Indian bowling attack, with the team unable to build sufficient momentum in pursuit of the target. Captain Athapaththu led the Sri Lankan batting effort but managed only 29 runs as wickets fell at regular intervals during the innings.
The silver medal represents a significant achievement for Sri Lankan women's cricket on the continental stage. The team's run to the final showcased the growing competitive strength of women's cricket in South Asia, with India's dominance in the region further underscored by their gold medal victory.
The result consolidates India's position as the regional powerhouse in women's cricket, while Sri Lanka's silver medal finish provides a platform for the team to build toward future tournaments.