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India vs Pakistan: Asia Cup clash ignites Dubai
5 Sep
Summary
- India secured semi-final spots with dominant wins.
- Smriti Mandhana scored her second T20I century recently.
- India has a strong 26-3 overall record against Pakistan.
India is set to face Pakistan in the ongoing ACC Women's Asia Cup 2026 in Dubai today, aiming to conclude the group stages with another decisive victory. The Indian team has already secured its place in the semi-finals, thanks to convincing wins in their preceding matches.
This encounter marks India's initial substantial test of the tournament. Key performers include Smriti Mandhana, who recently achieved her second T20I century, and Deepti Sharma, who has taken six wickets. Pakistan, conversely, hopes for an improved performance against their long-standing rivals.
Historically, India has dominated this fixture, winning 26 out of 29 encounters. In T20Is, India leads 14-3. The teams last met at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, where India emerged victorious by 64 runs. India seeks to maintain rhythm for the semi-finals, while Pakistan looks for an upset.
