India defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in the Women’s Asia Cup after restricting them to just 55 runs and then chasing the target comfortably in just 8.4 overs.
However, the match was marred by a viral video showing a section of opposition fans near the boundary targeting Indian pacer Kranti Gaud with gender-based taunts and mocking her short hair, alleging she was a male player in a clip that drew widespread condemnation on social media.
Gaud played a pivotal role, where she conceded just 9 runs in 2 overs, keeping the Pakistani openers quiet and creating multiple early chances. Gaud’s definitive breakthrough performance against Pakistan came during the 2025 Women’s World Cup, where she became player of the match after taking 3 wickets.
