Sri Lanka recorded their maiden Women’s Asia Cup title win, beating India by 8 wickets in the final at the at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Sunday.
Batting first after winning the toss, India set up 165/6 in 20 overs. However, a tremendous chase led by Chamari Athapaththu, Harshita Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari propelled Sri Lanka to the title in the 19th over.
Sri Lanka found themselves in a spot of bother when Athapaththu fell for 61 at the end of the 12th over. However, Harshita, who had dropped two catches on the field, redeemed herself with a terrific counter-attacking half-century. Aided by Dilhari’s lusty hits, the duo led the side home amidst a packed Dambulla crowd.