Watch: Celebrations Erupt As India Win Asian Games 2023 Gold In Women's Cricket

It was a historic moment for the Indian women's cricket team as the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side defeated Sri Lanka in the final to win the gold medal at the Asian Games 2023 on Monday. This was the first ever gold medal for India in women's cricket at the continental competition as they did not take part in the 2010 and 2014 editions. This was also the second gold medal for India on Monday after a phenomenal performance in the 10m air rifle team event. The Indian women's cricket team looked completely in control and celebrations erupted the moment the match ended with the players celebrating on the field.

(Asian Games Medals Tally | Full Schedule - Sep 25)

Titas Sadhu singlehandedly earned a gold medal for the Indian women's cricket team in its maiden appearance as it defeated Sri Lanka by 19 runs.

On a pitch difficult for batting, the Indian women's team struggled to 116 for seven but it was just about par score.