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India Clinch Asia Cup Opener, Deepti Sharma Celebrates 150th T20I
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 06:40 PM
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India secured a convincing win in the opening match of the Asia Cup, while batter Deepti Sharma celebrated her 150th T20 International appearance.
India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in the opening match of the 2024 Asia Cup, posting 210 for 6 in 20 overs at the K. L. Rahul Stadium in Lucknow. The Indian side chased the target comfortably, finishing at 214 for 4.
Deepti Sharma marked her 150th T20I appearance with a brisk 55 off 38, including four fours and a six. She also contributed with the ball, taking 1 for 18 from four overs, and was named player of the match for her all‑round performance.
Other key contributors were Richa Ghosh, who made 70 off 45, and Smriti Mandhana, who added 45 off 30. Their batting laid a solid foundation that allowed India to secure the win.
The victory gives India a strong start to the tournament and sets the tone for the host nation, which is eager to defend its title on home soil.
Deepti Sharma marked her 150th T20I appearance with a brisk 55 off 38, including four fours and a six. She also contributed with the ball, taking 1 for 18 from four overs, and was named player of the match for her all‑round performance.
Other key contributors were Richa Ghosh, who made 70 off 45, and Smriti Mandhana, who added 45 off 30. Their batting laid a solid foundation that allowed India to secure the win.
The victory gives India a strong start to the tournament and sets the tone for the host nation, which is eager to defend its title on home soil.