First gold for India at Asian Games 2026: Women's cricket team beats SL in final
India's women's cricket team won its first gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 by defeating Sri Lanka in the final. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, the team achieved a strong total with contributions from Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma. This victory also marked India's seventh medal overall in the competition, showcasing their growing prowess in cricket.