Why in News?
The Indian women's cricket team defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs to secure their eighth title in Dubai on September 13, 2026.
Key Points
- India defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final to win the Women’s Asia Cup 2026.
- The victory gave India a record-extending eighth Women’s Asia Cup title.
- The final was played in Dubai, UAE, with Harmanpreet Kaur leading India.
Exam Connect
- Women’s Asia Cup → inaugural edition 2004 → India = most successful team with 8 titles
- Asian Cricket Council (ACC) → established 1983 → headquarters Colombo, Sri Lanka