Bangkok’s Terdthai Cricket Ground witnessed a commanding performance from India A as they clinched a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka A in the ACC Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 semifinal. Captain Radha Yadav’s sensational bowling and crucial batting propelled her team into the final showdown.
Opting to bat, Sri Lanka A lost wickets in clusters. Sanjana Kawindi top-scored with 35 runs, including five fours, while Shashini Gimhani made 22 off 17. The rest of the lineup failed to fire, resulting in a total of 118 all out in 19.4 overs.
India A’s bowlers were relentless. Radha Yadav dismantled the opposition with 4/19 in a spell of 3.4 overs, her variations proving too much. Prema Rawat chimed in with 2/9 from four overs, keeping the scoring in check.
Chasing 119, India A lost Nandini Kashyap early for 13. Anushka Sharma (27 off 18) and Vrinda Dinesh (42 off 20) then steadied with a 48-run stand. Radha Yadav finished unbeaten on 31 off 18 balls, her seven boundaries ensuring a smooth chase.
Player of the Match Radha Yadav’s dual impact was game-changing. The final on February 22 pits India A against the victor from Bangladesh A and Pakistan A. This win highlights the depth and talent in India’s emerging women’s cricket squad.