Asian Games 2026: Indian Women's Cricket Team Enters Final, Secures Medal
The Indian contingent started its campaign strongly at the Asian Games 2026. On the second day of the tournament, the Indian women's cricket team put on a stellar performance against Bangladesh in the semi-final, securing a spot in the final and guaranteeing a medal.
Batting first after winning the toss, the Indian team posted a massive total of 195/4 in their allotted 20 overs. Young opening batter Shafali Verma stole the show with a sensational unbeaten knock of 100 runs off 49 balls, hitting 9 sixes and 3 boundaries.
Chasing a target of 195, the Bangladesh team was bundled out for just 81 runs, giving India a resounding 114-run victory. India will now face Sri Lanka in the gold medal match.
Record-Breaking Win for Indian Women's Hockey Team
On the hockey turf, the Indian women's team dominated Uzbekistan in a group-stage match, winning by a massive margin of 19-0. Star player Deepika scored a record eight goals, setting a new benchmark for most goals scored by a single player in an Asian Games hockey match.
Shooter Elavenil Valarivan Wins Silver
In shooting events, Elavenil Valarivan bagged a silver medal in the women's 10m air rifle individual event with a total score of 252.4. The Indian shooting trio also clinched a silver medal in the team event, finishing right behind China.
