India’s women’s cricket team is heading into the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 final with confidence, but all-rounder Deepti Sharma has made it clear that the team is not focused on the reputation of its opponent. Her message is simple — the team comes first, and every match is about improving together.India booked its place in the final after defeating Bangladesh by 40 runs in the semi-final. Deepti played a crucial role with the ball, finishing with 3/26, while India successfully defended its total of 149. Her performance also took her tournament tally to 11 wickets.
Speaking ahead of the title clash, Deepti stressed that India would not take any team lightly. Whether the opponent was Pakistan or Sri Lanka, the Indian team’s preparation would remain focused on its own game.Her team-first approach highlights the confidence within the Indian camp. Rather than allowing the identity of the opposition to dominate the discussion, the players are concentrating on their roles, execution and improving in every department.
Deepti has emerged as one of India’s key performers during the tournament. Her consistent bowling has provided important breakthroughs at crucial moments, and her latest three-wicket spell against Bangladesh helped India control the semi-final.With 11 wickets, she currently stands among the leading wicket-takers of the tournament, making her one of the biggest threats for the opposition in the final.
The final picture is now confirmed, with Sri Lanka defeating Pakistan by four wickets in the second semi-final to set up a title clash against India. The final will be played on September 13, with both teams entering the contest after strong campaigns.
For India, the challenge will be to maintain the consistency that has taken them into the final. For Deepti Sharma, her message remains unchanged — focus on the team, respect the opposition and look for improvement with every game.With the title at stake, Deepti’s leadership through performance could once again become a major factor for India.
India have reached the final in every Women’s Asia Cup edition they have played and have won the competition seven times. The team will now look to turn its unbeaten run into another championship triumph.The final is scheduled for September 13, 2026, with Sri Lanka ultimately securing the other final spot after defeating Pakistan.
