India crush Pakistan by 7 wickets after spin attack bundles them out for 55
The Indian women's cricket team defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in the Women's Asia Cup 2026 after bowling them out for a record-low 55 runs. India's spin attack dominated the match, securing their spot in the semi-finals.
Why it matters
This match highlights the competitive rivalry between India and Pakistan in international sports and India's current dominance in women's cricket.
India produced a dominant all-round performance to thrash Pakistan by seven wickets in their Group A clash of the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday.After Pakistan opted to bat first, India’s spinners ran riot, bowling them out for just 55 in 18.1 overs, their lowest-ever total in T20Is. India then chased down the modest target in only 8.4 overs, reaching 57/3 with 68 balls to spare.The victory saw India finish the group stage at the top of Group A, having already sealed their semi-final spot with wins over Thailand and Hong Kong.Pakistan collapse under India’s spin attackPakistan never found their footing after being asked to bat. Shawaal Zulfiqar top-scored with 14, while Muneeba Ali made 13, but no other batter managed to offer sustained resistance. India’s spin attack was relentless.
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