The Indian women’s cricket team created history by winning their first-ever Asian Games gold medal, defeating Sri Lanka by 147 runs in a commanding final at the Korogi Sports Park.
Batting first, India posted a massive 216 for 3 in 20 overs, led by a stunning 79 from Smriti Mandhana and an unbeaten 49 from Richa Ghosh. Mandhana also etched her name in the record books, becoming the first woman cricketer to complete 11,000 international runs during the innings.
Sri Lanka faltered under pressure, bowled out for just 69 runs in 15.4 overs, as India’s bowlers delivered a clinical performance to seal a comprehensive victory.
The triumph marks a landmark moment for Indian women’s cricket, showcasing their dominance on the continental stage and adding a glittering chapter to the nation’s sporting legacy.
