Sri Lanka Women beat Pakistan Women by four wickets with eight balls remaining in the Women’s Twenty20 Asia Cup second semi-final, overturning 130 for 5 to reach 134 for 6. Pakistan’s Fatima Sana was Player of the Match after making 47 and taking four wickets, but Harshitha Samarawickrama’s 36 and Kavisha Dilhari’s 33 carried Sri Lanka through.

Pakistan posted 130 for 5 from their 20 overs, with Sana leading the way with 47. Shawaal Zulfiqar added 24 and Gull Feroza made 21 as Pakistan assembled a competitive total in a knockout match.

Sri Lanka’s bowlers ensured the target remained within reach. Chamari Athapaththu and Chamudi Praboda claimed two wickets each, while Sugandika Kumari took one wicket to restrict Pakistan to 130 for 5.

The chase was not straightforward. Sana’s four wickets put Sri Lanka under serious pressure, with Umm-e-Hani and Sadia Iqbal also taking a wicket apiece. But Samarawickrama’s 36 provided the top contribution of the innings, Dilhari made 33, and Imesha Dulani’s 24 supplied further momentum as Sri Lanka reached 134 for 6 in 18.4 overs.

The defining moment was Sri Lanka’s ability to absorb Pakistan’s fightback after Sana’s all-round performance. With the chase settled with eight balls to spare, Sri Lanka sealed the second semi-final and the remaining match in the tournament is scheduled for Sunday, September 13.

Key performers

  • Fatima Sana, Pakistan Women: 47 runs and 4 wickets; named Player of the Match.
  • Harshitha Samarawickrama, Sri Lanka Women: 36 runs in the successful chase.
  • Kavisha Dilhari, Sri Lanka Women: 33 runs in the successful chase.
  • Imesha Dulani, Sri Lanka Women: 24 runs in the successful chase.
  • Chamari Athapaththu and Chamudi Praboda, Sri Lanka Women: 2 wickets each.

NerdSports Stat: Fatima Sana was the match’s leading run-scorer with 47 and also took four wickets, yet Sri Lanka still completed the 131-run chase with eight balls unused.

Asia Cup context

Sri Lanka arrived in the second semi-final after a strong group campaign that included wins by nine wickets, 75 runs and four wickets. Pakistan’s route featured group-stage victories by 35 runs and 72 runs. India Women won the first semi-final by 40 runs, while the tournament’s final is still to come on Sunday, September 13. The listed T20 series standing after this match remains 0-0.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the match between Pakistan Women and Sri Lanka Women?

Sri Lanka Women won the match by 4 wickets with 8 balls remaining.

Who was the Player of the Match?

Fatima Sana was named Player of the Match for scoring 47 runs and taking 4 wickets.

What is the series standing after this match?

The listed Women’s Twenty20 Asia Cup T20 series standing is 0-0 after Sri Lanka Women won the second semi-final.

Who was the top scorer in this match?

Fatima Sana top-scored with 47 runs.

When is the next match in the series?

The next match is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, with the teams to be confirmed.