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Sri Lanka knocks Pakistan out of Women’s Asia Cup in semi-final

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At a glance

  • Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 4 wickets in the Women's T20 Asia Cup semi-final.
  • Pakistan captain Fatima Sana scored 47 not out and took 4 wickets.
  • Sri Lanka will play India in the tournament final on September 13.

Story so far

In the second semi-final of the Women's T20 Asia Cup, Pakistan, batting first, set a target of 131 runs for Sri Lanka. Despite a strong all-round performance from captain Fatima Sana, who scored an unbeaten 47 and took four wickets, Pakistan was unable to defend the total. Sri Lanka successfully chased the target, winning by 4 wickets with 7 balls remaining, marking the third straight time they have eliminated Pakistan at this stage.

Latest development

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by four wickets in the Women's T20 Asia Cup semi-final in Dubai, advancing to the final against India.

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Responses

  1. Tough loss for the team, but it’s part of the game. Fatima Sana’s all-round performance was a bright spot. Well played to her. We will come back stronger in the next tournament, Insha’Allah.

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