Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will be looking to bag a record eighth title when they take on Chamari Athapaththu’s Sri Lanka in the final of the Women’s Asia Cup on Sunday, September 13, at the Dubai International Stadium.
With 168 runs, including two fifties, Shafali Verma hasn’t just been India’s standout batter but also the leading run-scorer in the tournament, tackling the slow, spin-friendly conditions in Dubai with confidence.
While Smriti Mandhana (154) has been hot and cold, combining a brilliant hundred with two single-digit scores, Shafali has maintained greater consistency with the bat.
More importantly, Shafali has executed her strokes with ease in matches where others around her have struggled.
Deepti Sharma, who shares the tournament’s
top spot for wickets with Sri Lanka skipper Athapaththu at 11 scalps each, has spearheaded India’s bowling attack.
Deepti has also made a valuable contribution with the bat. Her six-ball 13 against Bangladesh in the semi-final proved crucial in helping India push their total towards the 150-run mark.
With the economical Shree Charani in the mix and Prema Rawat finding her rhythm as well, Deepti spearheads a spin attack that has played a dominant role in several matches during the tournament.
While both teams head into the final undefeated and high on confidence, India will be wary of a gritty Sri Lankan team that handed them a crushing eight-wicket loss in the 2024 edition’s final.
All you need to know about India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup final:
When and where will the Asia Cup final between India and Sri Lanka take place?
The Asia Cup final between India and Sri Lanka will be played at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday, September 13.
What time will the India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup final start?
The contest between India and Sri Lanka will start at 8 pm IST.
Which TV channel will telecast the India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup final in India?
The Asia Cup final between India and Sri Lanka will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network in India.
How can fans watch the Asia Cup final between India and Sri Lanka online in India?
The Asia Cup final will be streamed live in India on the SonyLIV app and website.
