Pakistan Falls Short as Sri Lanka Secures Final Spot

The Asian Games 2026 women's cricket semi‑final saw Sri Lanka overcome Pakistan by eight wickets at Korogi Sports Park. Pakistan's innings ended at 177 for four, highlighted by Shaval Zulfikar's 54 and Aysha Jafar's 71 before a run‑out. Sri Lanka's chase was paced by captain Chamara Athapattu, who remained unbeaten on 83, and a solid opening stand of 36 runs. A 95‑run partnership with Hasini Parera set the platform for a comfortable finish. Sri Lanka achieved the required 178 runs in 17.5 overs, losing only two wickets, and will now face the victor of the India‑Bangladesh semi‑final in the gold‑medal match.