Mumbai: The recently concluded Women’s Asia Cup has spotlighted several top performers who are expected to make significant impacts at the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup in Bangladesh this October. Sri Lanka’s victory over India by eight wickets in the final marked a historic first for the island nation, amidst standout individual performances throughout the tournament.

According to International Cricket Council, Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu led from the front, becoming the top run-scorer with a series of powerful innings, including a high-score of 114 against Malaysia. Her consistent performance across 17 matches this year places her as a key player to watch at the World Cup.

Other notable players include India’s Shafali Verma, who maintained a robust strike rate above 140, and Deepti Sharma, the tournament’s leading wicket-taker with impressive economic figures. Sharma’s ability to take crucial wickets makes her a critical asset for India, especially on Bangladesh’s spin-friendly pitches.

Sri Lanka’s Kavisha Dilhari and Bangladesh’s Murshida Khatun also showcased their prowess, with Dilhari excelling both with bat and ball, and Khatun scoring heavily after missing the tournament’s start. Pakistan’s Sadia Iqbal, with her effective left-arm spin, took key wickets, highlighting her potential to influence games at the World Cup.

These athletes’ performances at the Asia Cup not only demonstrate their individual skills but also set the stage for what promises to be an exciting T20 World Cup, where they will likely continue to play vital roles for their respective teams.