Shafali Verma scores first century in Asian Games cricket history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Shafali Verma made history by scoring the first-ever century in Asian Games cricket, achieving 100 runs off 49 balls in the semi-final against Bangladesh. Her explosive innings included nine sixes and three fours, leading India to a total of 195/4. This milestone follows Smriti Mandhana's earlier achievement of 100 sixes in T20Is, with both players reinforcing India's dominance in women's cricket. Bangladesh now needs 196 runs to advance to the gold-medal match against Sri Lanka.
- •Shafali Verma scored 100 runs for India in the semi-final.
- •India set a target of 196 runs for Bangladesh.
- •Smriti Mandhana reached 100 sixes earlier in the innings.
- •Verma becomes the leading six-hitter in women's T20I cricket.
- •The match is crucial for securing a place in the gold-medal final.
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Shafali Verma scripts Asian Games history, becomes ever first cricketer to score century
"In a thrilling performance, Shafali Verma made history by scoring the first-ever century at the Asian Games 2026 semi-final against Bangladesh. Her innings was a display of explosive talent, featuring nine sixes and three fours, propelling India to a substantial score of 195/4. This match solidified her position as India's leading six-hitter in women's T20I cricket, paving the way for a potential gold medal.
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