India defeats Pakistan by seven wickets in Women's Asia Cup match

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

India defeats Pakistan by seven wickets in Women's Asia Cup match
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India secured a seven-wicket victory against Pakistan in the Women's Asia Cup. Following the result, former India player Irfan Pathan posted a viral social media message referencing his long-standing Sunday banter tradition. Although the match occurred on a Friday, the post maintained a recurring theme established after an iconic performance by Virat Kohli in 2022. India has now won nine of its last 10 T20 international matches against Pakistan. The combined record for India's men and women teams against their rivals in international events stands at 11 wins from 12 completed matches since that 2022 fixture. Official reports noted that the captains of both teams did not shake hands during the contest.

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  • India won by seven wickets against Pakistan in the Women's Asia Cup.
  • Irfan Pathan continued a recurring social media tradition following the win.
  • India has won nine of the last 10 T20Is against Pakistan.
  • Captains avoided a pre-match handshake during the event.
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  • 6:10 PMYahoo SportsIrfan Pathan brings back viral 'Sunday' jibe as India beat Pakistan by 7 wickets in Women's Asia Cup 2026: Reason behind the famous banter revealed
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After India Women beat their subcontinent rival Pakistan in a dominant seven-wicket victory, former India bowler Irfan Pathan brought his Sunday jibe back.

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