Smriti Mandhana scored 124 from 64 balls as India defeated Hong Kong, China by 137 runs in the Women’s Asia Cup in Dubai on September 3, 2026. India posted 193 for five before dismissing Hong Kong for 56 in 16.2 overs.
Mandhana controls the innings
Hong Kong chose to field, but Mandhana gave India a commanding foundation. She shared a 74-run opening partnership with Shafali Verma, who made 28, and continued to accelerate after the opening stand ended.
The innings was Mandhana’s second century in Women’s Twenty20 Internationals. She struck 124 from 64 deliveries, according to the match scorecard and reports from Indian Express. The performance earned her the player-of-the-match award.
India reach 193 for five
Mandhana’s contribution accounted for nearly two-thirds of India’s total. The final score of 193 for five left Hong Kong requiring more than nine and a half runs per over from the start of the chase.
The official Asian Cricket Council match centre and ESPN’s scorecard both record the same team totals and 137-run margin. Those primary match figures are more reliable than rapidly changing social-media summaries.
Bowlers close the match
Hong Kong were bowled out for 56. Deepti Sharma took three wickets, while India’s other bowlers maintained pressure through the innings. Hong Kong’s chase lasted 16.2 overs.
The result was India’s second win in two group matches and made them the first team to qualify for the semi-finals, according to the tournament coverage. It was also India’s second-largest victory by runs in Women’s T20 Internationals.
Records require careful context
Reports described Mandhana’s century as a major personal milestone. Record claims can vary depending on whether they refer to T20 Internationals, all women’s internationals or a specific tournament. The clearest verified statement is that she made her second WT20I century and produced one of the highest individual scores in the Women’s Asia Cup.
What India take forward
The large margin improves India’s position, but stronger opponents may test the middle order more deeply. India’s next scheduled group match is against Pakistan on September 5. Team management will want the bowling intensity to continue while ensuring the batting does not rely excessively on one major innings.
For Hong Kong, the game offered exposure against one of the tournament’s strongest teams. Their challenge is to translate that experience into improved control with the ball and longer batting partnerships.
