In the Second Semi-final match of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 held on Friday, July 26th, at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Sri Lanka Women defeated Pakistan Women by 3 wickets to secure their place in the final. Pakistan, after being asked to bat first, set a challenging target of 140 runs. Their innings were bolstered by a solid start from openers Gull Feroza, who scored 25 off 24 balls, and Muneeba Ali, who made a commendable 37 off 34 deliveries. Captain Nida Dar contributed with a quick 23 off 17 balls, while Fatima Sana’s late innings surge, including three boundaries, helped Pakistan reach a total of 140. In response, Sri Lanka Women faced early trouble, losing opener Vishmi Gunaratne for a duck. The team struggled with wickets falling at regular intervals. However, captain Chamari Athapaththu anchored the innings with an impressive 63 off 48 balls. She was well-supported by Anushka Sanjeewani, who remained steady and ensured Sri Lanka’s victory. Despite Athapaththu’s dismissal, Anushka guided the team to chase down the target, leading Sri Lanka to the finals of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024. Match summary: