In a dominating performance, Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu scored an unbeaten 69-ball 119 to lead her team to a resounding 114-run victory over Malaysia in the Women's Asia Cup T20 tournament. Bangladesh also secured a comfortable seven-wicket win over Thailand to take the top two spots in group B and move closer to a semifinal berth.
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh Dominate Women's Asia Cup T20
In a commanding display, Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu spearheaded her team to a crushing 114-run victory over Malaysia in the ongoing Women's Asia Cup T20 tournament. Athapaththu's blistering unbeaten 69-ball 119 propelled Sri Lanka to a formidable 189/3 in their allotted 20 overs.
Meanwhile, Bangladesh registered a comfortable seven-wicket win over Thailand, courtesy of a well-balanced batting performance. These victories solidified the top two positions in Group B for Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, respectively, enhancing their prospects for securing a berth in the semifinals.
Background
The Women's Asia Cup T20 tournament is a biennial international cricket tournament for women's teams from Asian countries. The tournament was first introduced in 2004 and has since been held seven times.
Sri Lanka has been crowned champions on three occasions (2006, 2008, and 2012), while Bangladesh has yet to win the title. Both teams have traditionally been among the strongest competitors in the tournament.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who is Chamari Athapaththu? Chamari Athapaththu is a Sri Lankan cricketer who is widely regarded as one of the best all-rounders in women's cricket. She is known for her explosive batting and effective medium-pace bowling.
2. What is the significance of Sri Lanka's victory? Sri Lanka's resounding victory over Malaysia marked their third consecutive win in the tournament and boosted their confidence ahead of the crucial semifinal stage. The team's dominant performance also highlighted the progress they have made in recent years.
3. Is Bangladesh also in contention for the title? Yes, Bangladesh is among the favorites to win the Women's Asia Cup T20 title. They have a balanced team with experienced players and promising young talents.
4. Who are the other teams participating in the tournament? In addition to Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, the other teams participating in the Women's Asia Cup T20 are India, Pakistan, Thailand, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, and Nepal.
5. When and where will the semifinals take place? The semifinals of the Women's Asia Cup T20 will be played on October 15, 2022, at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Bangladesh. The top two teams from Groups A and B will advance to this stage.
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