In a high-intensity clash at the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars Final in Bangkok on February 22, 2026, India A Women produced a clinical all-round performance to outclass Bangladesh A Women and lift the trophy in style. The contest had all the ingredients of a gripping T20 final: early wickets, rebuilding partnerships, disciplined bowling spells, and a composed chase under pressure, but it was India A who held their nerve at every crucial juncture to seal a memorable 46-run victory.
Opting to bat first, India A Women began cautiously but soon found themselves jolted by an early breakthrough. At 30 for 1 in 5.1 overs, Dinesh Vrinda, who had looked fluent with 19 off 17 balls, including four boundaries, was run out, shifting early momentum. The pressure intensified almost immediately as Nandini Kashyap (8 off 15) followed at 33 for 2 in 6.1 overs. When Minnu Mani was dismissed for a first-ball duck at 33 for 3 (6.2 overs), courtesy of sharp fielding and tight bowling, Bangladesh A Women sensed an opening in this Women’s Asia Cup Final.
Anushka Sharma attempted to stabilise the innings but was bowled by Fahima Khatun for 8 off 12 deliveries, leaving India A reeling at 44 for 4 in 8.1 overs. The turning point of the match, however, arrived through a composed and mature partnership between Tejal Hasabnis and captain Radha Yadav. The duo stitched together a crucial 69-run stand for the fifth wicket, absorbing pressure and rotating strike intelligently before accelerating in the latter half. Radha Yadav contributed a valuable 36 off 30 balls, striking three fours and a six, before falling at 113 for 5 in 16.3 overs.
Tejal Hasabnis stood tall amid the chaos, crafting a match-winning unbeaten 51 off 34 balls, decorated with three boundaries and two sixes at a strike rate of 150. Her innings blended composure with calculated aggression, ensuring India A regained complete control. Though Tanuja Kanwar (1), Prema Rawat (4), and others fell in the death overs — the side slipping from 113 for 5 to 125 for 7 by 18.6 overs, Hasabnis anchored the innings till the end alongside Madivala Mamatha (2*). India A Women concluded their 20 overs at 134 for 7, posting a competitive total in this high-stakes T20 Final.
Bangladesh A Women’s bowlers showed discipline throughout. Fahima Khatun was the standout performer, claiming 4 for 25 in her four overs, consistently breaking partnerships at key intervals. Fatema Jahan (1/19 in 4 overs) maintained tight lines, while Farjana Easmin (1/30) chipped in with a breakthrough. Sanjida Akter Meghla bowled economically (0/21 in 4 overs), and Fariha Trisna (0/23 in 3 overs) and Lata Mondal (0/14 in 1 over) supported well.
Chasing 135 in a pressure-filled final, Bangladesh A Women never truly found momentum. Ishma Tanjim departed early at 12 for 1 in 2.1 overs, triggering early nerves. Shamima Sultana counterattacked with a brisk 20 off 15 balls, but her dismissal at 37 for 2 (6.4 overs) dented the chase. Sarmin Sultana’s patient 18 off 30 balls ended at 47 for 3 in 9.3 overs, and when Lata Mondal was stumped at 48 for 4 (10.2 overs), the required rate began to climb steeply.
Fahima Khatun (14 off 11) attempted a late surge, but wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals: 63 for 5 (12.5 overs), 73 for 6 (14.5 overs), 73 for 7 (15.2 overs), and 85 for 8 (17.5 overs). The resistance faded quickly as Bangladesh A Women were bundled out for 88 in 19.1 overs.
India A’s bowling unit executed its plans flawlessly. Prema Rawat was exceptional with 3 for 12 in four overs, dismantling the middle order with precision. Sonia Mendhiya (2/21) and Tanuja Kanwar (2/11 in 3.1 overs) maintained relentless pressure, while Radha Yadav (1/16), Minnu Mani (1/17), and Saima Thakor (1/11) contributed crucial breakthroughs.
This Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars Final 2026 showcased India A Women’s depth, resilience, and tactical clarity. From Tejal Hasabnis’ Player of the Match performance to the disciplined bowling attack, the team delivered a complete performance when it mattered most, crowning themselves deserving champions in Bangkok.
