Asia Cup, IND vs PAK: Mandhana in red-hot form meets Pakistan's spin challenge
· Sports · Times of India, Cricbuzz, India Today
India faces Pakistan in a Group A clash of the Women's Asia Cup 2026 in Dubai, with the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side already securing a semifinal spot after dominant wins over Thailand and Hong Kong. In the previous match against Hong Kong, Smriti Mandhana set a record with 124 runs off 64 balls, surpassing Mithali Raj as the leading run-scorer in women's history. Pakistan began their tournament with a 35-run victory over Thailand, powered by Muneeba Ali's 54 and three-wicket haul from Sadia Iqbal. The contest likely hinges on how India handles Pakistan's spin attack of Iqbal and Nashra Sundhu on the slow enough surface.
Why it matters
This match determines India's momentum heading into the way while giving way the opportunity to upset top rivals.
Read the original report — Times of India
Join us on Telegram
Breaking news the moment it lands. At 10,000 members we ship the Android app.