Aichi-Nagoya, Sept. 20 -- Indian women's cricket team stormed into the gold medal match of the Asian Games 2026 after defeating Bangladesh by 114 runs in the semi-final on Sunday. Chasing a target of 196, Bangladesh were bowled out for 81 runs in 15.4 overs as India's bowlers delivered a dominant performance.

Chasing, Bangladesh got off to a poor start as opener Juairiya Ferdous was dismissed for a golden duck on the first ball of the second over by Indian pacer Nandini Sharma.

The wickets continued to tumble as fast bowler Kranti Gaud removed Sobhana Mostary for 4 runs on the third ball of the third over, leaving Bangladesh struggling at 9/2.

After five overs, Bangladesh reached 34/2 before leg-spinner Shree Charani provided India wit...