The stage is set for a blockbuster final as defending champion India takes on a fiery Sri Lankan side for Asian Games glory. India breezes into the title match on the back of an absolute masterclass in the semi-finals, headlined by a breathtaking century from Shafali Verma that completely dismantled Bangladesh. Their confidence is sky-high, backed by a balanced lineup where every player knows their role inside out.
However, Sri Lanka is playing some of its most fearless cricket in recent memory. Fresh off an impressive eight-wicket victory over Pakistan, the Sri Lankans have shown they possess the grit, flair, and belief to take down any opponent on their day.
All eyes will naturally fall on the high-voltage clash between Sri Lanka’s disciplined spin arsenal and India’s explosive top order. India’s strategy revolves around getting off to a flying start in the powerplay, while Sri Lanka will aim to pick up early wickets and force India’s batters into hasty mistakes.
When Sri Lanka bats, keeping cool against India’s tight bowling attack during the middle overs will be the key to keeping the chase manageable. Finals are rarely just about raw skill; they come down to who handles the high-stakes pressure better. Sri Lanka has thrived in the underdog role all week long, but if India’s star-studded lineup gets going, they will be tough to stop in their quest to defend gold.
Head-to-Head:
- Matches Played – 32
- India Women Wins – 26
- Sri Lanka Women Wins – 5
- Tied – 0
- No Result – 1
There have been 32 T20I meetings between India Women and Sri Lanka Women, with India recording 26 wins and Bangladesh securing five victories. Neither side has been involved in a tied game and one game ended in a no-result in this head-to-head record. The teams most recently met in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 final, where India came away with a 72-run victory in the final.
Squads:
India Women’s Cricket Team
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Bharti Fulmali, Renuka Singh, Shafali Verma, Richa Ghosh (WK), Shreyanka Patil, Nandani Sharma, Kranti Gaud, N Sree Charani, G Kamalini (WK)
Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket Team
Chamari Athapaththu (C), Anushka Sanjeewani (WK), Hasini Perera, Sugandika Kumari, Hansima Karunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Kawya Kavindi, Kaushini Nuthyangana (WK), Sanjana Kavindi, Rashmika Sewwandi, Nimasha Meepage, Chamudi Praboda, Mithali Ayodhya
Where to Watch India Women vs Sri Lanka Women
Venue – Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin
Fixtures:
India Women
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| September 18, 2026 | Japan Women | Won by 8 wickets |
| September 20, 2026 | Bangladesh Women | Won by 114 runs |
| September 22, 2026 | Sri Lanka Women | Upcoming – Gold medal match |
Sri Lanka Women
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| September 18, 2026 | Malaysia Women | Won by 86 runs |
| September 20, 2026 | Pakistan Women | Won by 8 wickets |
| September 22, 2026 | India Women | Upcoming – Gold medal match |
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
| Region | Broadcaster | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Network | SonyLIV App / Website |
| Indonesia | TVRI | TVRI Klik App |
| Japan | TBS | TVer App / TBS FREE |
| Malaysia | Astro | Astro GO App |
| Philippines | Cignal TV / One Sports | — |
| Singapore | Mediacorp | meWATCH App / Website |
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