India Triumphs Over Pakistan in Women's T20 Asia Cup Opener

India defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in their Women's T20 Asia Cup opener. Opting to bat first, Pakistan scored 108 with Deepti Sharma taking 3 wickets. In response, India chased down the target in 14.1 overs, led by strong performances from Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma.

Title contenders India saw off Pakistan by seven wickets in their Women's T20 Asia Cup opener on Friday. Electing to bat first, Pakistan managed to score 108 runs, with experienced spinner Deepti Sharma claiming 3 wickets for 20 runs, emerging as the most successful bowler.

Additional contributions with the ball came from Renuka Singh (2/14) and Pooja Vastrakar (2/31), who took significant wickets at critical moments to contain Pakistan's innings.

Chasing the target, India completed the run in 14.1 overs. The opening pair of Smriti Mandhana, with a solid 45 runs, and Shafali Verma, scoring 40, laid the foundation by amassing 85 runs in just 9.1 overs.