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India Set to Face Bangladesh in Women’s Asia Cup Semi-Final
Today marks an exciting day for cricket fans as India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, prepares to take on Bangladesh in the semi-final of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024.
The match will be held at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, and it promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams vie for a place in the final.
India comes into this match with a strong record, having won all three of their group matches against Pakistan, UAE, and Nepal. Their performance has positioned them as the overwhelming favorites in this knockout clash.
One player to watch is opener Shafali Verma, who has been in outstanding form, emerging as the second highest scorer of the tournament with 158 runs across three games.
Shafali’s opening partner, Smriti Mandhana, will also be looking to make a significant impact as the team aims to put pressure on the Bangladesh side from the very start.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 2 PM today, and fans can catch all the action live on the Star Sports Network, as well as through the Disney+ Hotstar streaming service.
Both teams have talented squads, with India featuring players like Deepti Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar, and Renuka Thakur, while Bangladesh will rely on their captain Nigar Sultana and other key players to deliver an upset.
As the match approaches, anticipation builds among supporters, who are eager to see if India can continue their winning streak and advance to the finals.