Indian Women's Cricket Team Triumphs in Asia Cup 2026 Final

The Indian women's cricket team achieved a remarkable victory in the Asia Cup 2026, defeating Sri Lanka by 72 runs. This win marks their eighth title in the tournament, showcasing their consistent performance and teamwork. Leaders across the political spectrum have praised the team's achievement, emphasizing its inspirational impact on young girls in India. With upcoming challenges like the Asian Games, the team's success is seen as a beacon of hope for future generations of female athletes. Read on to discover more about this historic win and the reactions from prominent figures.

By Narendra Chaudhary Sep 14, 2026, 09:45 IST

Celebrating a Historic Victory

On Monday, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge extended their congratulations to the Indian women's cricket team following their impressive 72-run win against Sri Lanka in the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 final. They commended the team's remarkable consistency, confidence, and teamwork throughout the tournament.

Saikia expressed his pride on social media, stating, "Heartiest congratulations to Team India, Women in Blue, on a commanding 72-run victory over Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup Final, making the whole country proud and jubilant. A truly superlative performance throughout the tournament, marked by consistency, confidence, and teamwork. Well done, Harman, Smriti, and the entire team, along with Head Coach Amol Mazumdar and the support staff. Wishing Team India the very best for their next big challenge—the Asian Games in Japan. Keep the tricolour flying high!"

Kharge also took to social media to celebrate the team's achievement, stating, "A glorious moment for Indian cricket! Heartiest congratulations to our Women’s Cricket Team on lifting the Asia Cup and making India proud. May this triumph inspire young girls across the country to dream big and take the field. Wishing our champions many more victories ahead!"

Leaders Across Party Lines Hail Team's Victory

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal praised the Indian women's team, calling them a source of national pride. He wrote, "India's daughters dominate in the Asia Cup. Heartiest congratulations to #TeamIndia on winning the Women's Asia Cup. The nation is proud of you. Keep shining glory on the tricolour just like this."

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla congratulated the team for their eighth Women’s Asia Cup title, emphasizing their unbeaten streak in the tournament. He remarked, "Congratulations to our women's cricket team for becoming the champions of the Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026. Our team clinched this title by remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament and secured victory in the Asia Cup for the 8th time."

Birla further noted the team's display of confidence, discipline, and teamwork, stating, "This victory is not just about a trophy, but a triumph of the strength, hard work, and dreams of the daughters of our nation." He concluded with a message of inspiration for the youth, particularly young girls, encouraging them to dream big and work hard.

Inspiration for Future Generations

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari also celebrated the achievement, stating that this victory would motivate countless young girls to pursue cricket and aspire to represent India. He commented, "Another glorious chapter for Indian cricket! Heartiest congratulations to our champions on lifting the Women’s #AsiaCup for the 8th time. With remarkable consistency and sheer determination, the team dominated the tournament and once again demonstrated the strength of Indian women’s cricket."

Congress leader Pawan Khera echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the importance of recognizing women's contributions. He stated, "The Indian women’s cricket team has won the Women’s Asia Cup 2026! Heartiest congratulations to our champions for bringing home this glory. Let’s use this moment to remember: women are the backbone of our lives - and our country."

Unbeaten Run to Eighth Title

India secured their eighth Women’s Asia Cup title by defeating Sri Lanka by 72 runs at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, with standout performances from Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma with the bat, while the bowlers excelled in the final match.