Pakistan clinched the bronze medal in the women’s cricket event at the 2026 Asian Games after defeating Bangladesh by 31 runs at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Tuesday. Batting first after winning the toss, Pakistan posted 145 for 7, with captain Fatima Sana once again leading from the front. The all-rounder scored a crucial 45 off 30 balls, including three sixes and three fours, to rescue Pakistan after they slipped to 90 for 5 in 15 overs. Openers Gull Feroza and Shawaal