Be it men or women, an India vs Pakistan cricket clash is always high voltage when it comes to players or fans. The Women’s Asia Cup clash on September 5 was no different but now a video has emerged where Pakistan fans have touched a new low. It shows them appear to use sexist abuse on an Indian player.
Kranti Gaud Target of Sexist Abuse
The player in question is Kranti Gaud. In the video, the fans can be heard commenting on her appearance and also referring to her as a man. The identities of the fans have not been independently confirmed, but the video did result in outrage on the internet after it went viral.
Easy Win for India
Gaud finished with 0/9 in two overs as Pakistan collapsed to 55 all out. This was after the openers put on 27. Shree Charani was the pick of the bowlers with 3/7 in four overs. In reply, India chased down the target in 8.4 overs. Harmanpreet Kaur led the way with 18 not out.
What Were the Fans Saying?
Take a look at how Pakistan fans were using sexist abuse on Gaud while she was fielding:
https://x.com/GemsOfCricket/status/2096661702540767239
This was India’s 7th win in eight games vs Pakistan in the Women’s Asia Cup. This is the 10th edition of the tournament and India have won seven. Sri Lanka are the defending champions while Pakistan are yet to win even once. The only other edition has been won by Bangladesh.
India vs Pakistan Women’s Asia Cup Final?
Both India and Pakistan are in the semis and there is a chance they could meet in the final on September 13. India will be gunning for an eighth title, and Pakistan will be aiming for their maiden crown, provided both make it to the final of course.
When is the final of the Women’s Asia Cup?
The final of the Women’s Asia Cup will be held on September 13.
How many times have India won the Women’s Asia Cup?
India have been crowned Women’s Asia Cup winners on seven occasions.
When was the 1st Women’s Asia Cup played?
The 1st edition of the Women’s Asia Cup was played in 2004.
Where was the 1st T20I format Women’s Asia Cup played?
The 1st Women’s Asia Cup played in the T20I format took place in China in 2012.
Who are the defending champions of the Women’s Asia Cup?Sri Lanka are the defending champions having won the 2024 edition of the Women’s Asia Cup?
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