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Shafali's 64 and Deepti's three wickets power India into 10th Asia Cup final

India defeated Bangladesh by 40 runs to qualify for the Women's Asia Cup 2026 final. Shafali Varma anchored the innings with a 64-run knock, helping India post a competitive total. Bangladesh were restricted to 109 runs in their chase, unable to withstand India's bowling attack. Deepti Sharma was the standout bowler, picking up three key wickets during the match. The victory keeps India's unbeaten run intact and marks their tenth consecutive appearance in the final.

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Shree Charani, 22, becomes fastest Indian to 50 women's T20I wickets

Indian spinner Shree Charani has etched her name in cricket history by becoming the fastest Indian bowler to claim 50 wickets in women's T20 internationals. The 22-year-old achieved the milestone in just her 29th T20I appearance, outpacing all previous Indian bowlers to reach the landmark. The feat has cemented her reputation as one of the leading bowlers in women's international cricket. Her record-breaking performance came amid India's campaign in the women's Asia Cup semifinal, adding further significance to the occasion.