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Pakistan women secure bronze by defeating Bangladesh by 31 runs

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Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Pakistan women secure bronze by defeating Bangladesh by 31 runs

Summary

Pakistan women's cricket team claimed the bronze medal at the Asian Games after defeating Bangladesh by 31 runs at Korogi Sports Park. Pakistan posted 145 runs, with Captain Fatima Sana scoring 45 runs and supporting a crucial partnership for the sixth wicket. Bangladesh struggled in their chase, faltering early and finishing at 114 runs. The victory marks Pakistan's third women's cricket medal at the Asian Games, avenging their loss to Bangladesh in the bronze-medal playoff at the 2023 Games.

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By the Numbers

•Pakistan women scored 145 runs and restricted Bangladesh to 114 runs.
•Fatima Sana led the team with a crucial 45 runs off 30 balls.
•Umm-e-Hani took three wickets for 10 runs, leading Pakistan's bowling effort.
•This is Pakistan's third women's cricket medal at the Asian Games, following two golds.

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10:52 AMYahoo Sports — Asian Games 2026: Pakistan women win bronze after beating Bangladesh by 31 runs

What they're saying

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The bronze medal is Pakistan's third women's cricket medal at the Asian Games. Pakistan had previously won gold in the 2010 and 2014 editions. The victory also made amends for their defeat to Bangladesh in the bronze-medal match at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games.
— Yahoo Sports

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