Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have both secured their spots in the semifinals of the Women's Asia Cup 2024 after defeating Thailand and Malaysia respectively. Sri Lanka had a comfortable 10-wicket victory, while Bangladesh won by a convincing 114-run margin. Both matches took place at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla, ensuring their spots in the upcoming semifinal matches on July 26.
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh Seal Semifinal Berths in Women's Asia Cup 2023
The Sri Lanka and Bangladesh women's cricket teams have booked their places in the semifinals of the Women's Asia Cup 2024, following impressive victories over Thailand and Malaysia, respectively.
Sri Lanka's Dominance
Sri Lanka cruised to a comprehensive 10-wicket victory over Thailand on Thursday (July 20). Thailand won the toss and elected to bat first but could only muster a paltry 84 runs in their 20 overs. Sri Lankan bowlers Nilakshi de Silva and Oshadi Ranasinghe led the charge, taking three wickets each.
In reply, Sri Lanka's opening batters Harshitha Madavi and Chamari Athapaththu chased down the target effortlessly. Madavi hit an unbeaten 55, while Athapaththu contributed an unbeaten 26, securing victory with 5.5 overs remaining.
Bangladesh's Emphatic Win
Bangladesh followed suit on Friday (July 21), thumping Malaysia by 114 runs. Malaysia managed only 107 runs in their innings, with Nigar Sultana claiming impressive figures of 3-16 for Bangladesh.
In response, Bangladesh batters put on a dominant display, amassing 221 runs for the loss of three wickets. Fargana Hoque Pinky top-scored with 64, while Shamima Sultana added 47 and captain Salma Khatun contributed an unbeaten 44.
Semifinal Prospects
With their victories, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have secured their places in the semifinals, which will take place on July 26. The opponents for the semifinals have yet to be confirmed.
Background
The Women's Asia Cup is an international cricket tournament organized by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). The inaugural tournament was held in 2004, and the 2024 edition is the eighth installment of the competition.
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are both former winners of the Asia Cup. Bangladesh won the tournament in 2018, while Sri Lanka lifted the trophy in 2012.
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