India is set to face Pakistan in the Women’s Asia Cup on September 4, 2026, in Dubai, going into the match with strong momentum and a favourable history. All-rounder Deepti Sharma emphasised that the team’s edge over Pakistan is a result of consistent planning and execution. Historically, India has remained unbeaten against Pakistan in women’s One Day Internationals.

The team’s last defeat in T20 Internationals occurred during the Women’s Asia Cup in October 2022. Records indicate that Pakistan has achieved victory over India only three times in their 17 encounters. In their most recent meeting at the T20 World Cup 2026, India secured a comfortable win, where Deepti significantly contributed by claiming five wickets for ten runs across four overs.

Team’s Focused Approach to the Game

In a pre-match press conference, Deepti noted that India’s ongoing success against Pakistan stems not from a psychological advantage, but rather from effective gameplay. She remarked, “There is no advantage as such. The only thing is that whatever we have won against them, we are always one step ahead.”

This sentiment underscores the team’s commitment to their strategy and work ethic. With a place in the semi-finals already assured, India finds itself at the top of the group standings, having convincingly defeated teams like Thailand and Hong Kong. This allows them to approach the upcoming match against Pakistan with less pressure.

Deepti refrained from delving deeply into an analysis of the Pakistani side, opting instead to prioritise India’s own strengths. She highlighted the importance of maintaining focus on their abilities, stating, “We want to play a good brand of cricket,” reinforcing the team’s dedication to performance rather than solely analysing opponents.

Deepti’s Role in India’s Spin Attack

Deepti Sharma has emerged as one of the most effective bowlers in the tournament, taking six wickets over two matches with a remarkable average of 1.5. However, she acknowledged the contributions of her fellow bowlers, Sree Charani and Prema Rawat, who together have also secured six wickets, enhancing India’s bowling strength through the middle overs.

As the senior member of the spin department, Deepti expressed her commitment to mentoring her teammates. She praised Charani’s skills, describing her as a “very good talent” and noted that her ability to turn the ball makes her challenging for batters. Deepti also recognised Prema’s potential, highlighting her eagerness to make an impact when given the opportunity.

“I have tried to help them as much as I can in the ground and in the nets,” Deepti said, underlining her effort to share her experience with less seasoned players within the team. Her focus remains on fostering a supportive environment to enhance overall team performance.

As India prepares to continue their winning streak, the squad remains resolute in their aim to finish the group stage on a high note. The upcoming match against Pakistan represents a significant opportunity for the team to assert their dominance and showcase their cricketing prowess.

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