India vs Bangladesh Final – News Analysis India https://newsanalysisindia.com The news you need to know, explained Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Bangladesh A Stuns Pakistan to Set Up India Final in Rising Stars Asia Cup https://newsanalysisindia.com/sports/bangladesh-a-stuns-pakistan-to-set-up-india-final-in-rising-stars-asia-cup/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/bangladesh-a-stuns-pakistan-to-set-up-india-final-in-rising-stars-asia-cup/ In a thrilling semifinal at Bangkok’s Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangladesh A crushed Pakistan A by 54 runs to secure their spot in the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 final. The February 20 clash ended Pakistan’s title aspirations, paving the way for a high-stakes final against India A on Saturday.

Bangladesh, sent in to bat, struggled from the outset. Captain Fahima Khatun’s aggressive 40-run knock off 32 deliveries, featuring five fours, was the highlight in a total of 110 all out. Sharmine Sultana (15) and Shamima (13) offered minor support amid frequent collapses.

Pacer Hafsa Khalid impressed for Pakistan, snaring two wickets for 25 runs. But their batting imploded while chasing 111. The innings crumbled to 56 all out, with Shawaal Zulfiqar (14) and Hafsa (12) as the lone resistors.

Sanjida Akter Meghla dominated with 3 wickets for 6 runs in 3.3 overs, and Fahima chipped in with 2-6. India A, under Radha Yadav’s leadership, awaits in the final after overcoming Sri Lanka. This matchup revives intense subcontinental rivalry, with both teams eyeing the championship crown.

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