Chamari Athapaththu Hat-Trick Video: Sri Lankan Captain Takes Record-Breaking 7 For 5 Against Indonesia in Women's Asia Cup 2026

Sri Lanka Women's captain Chamari Athapaththu etched her name into cricket history on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, producing a sensational bowling performance that saw her claim a remarkable 7 wickets for just 5 runs, including a hat-trick, against tournament debutants Indonesia Women in the Women's Asia Cup 2026. The astounding spell, delivered at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, led Sri Lanka to a commanding 75-run victory and firmly established them as early frontrunners in the competition. Dubai Weather Forecast and Rain Chances for India vs Hong Kong, China Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Group A Match.

Chamari Athapaththu Hat-Trick Video

Chamari Athapaththu’s 7/5, including a hat-trick, rewrites the Women’s Asia Cup record books. 📚

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Athapaththu's figures are the best ever recorded in Women's Asia Cup history across both men's and women's competitions and represent the fifth-best bowling figures in Women's T20 Internationals overall. The 36-year-old all-rounder also became the first Sri Lankan woman to claim a hat-trick in T20I cricket and the first Sri Lankan to take seven wickets in a Women's T20I.

Sri Lanka Overcomes Early Stutters

Having been put in to bat first, Sri Lanka found themselves in a precarious position against a disciplined Indonesian bowling attack. They were reduced to 62/6 at one stage before a resilient half-century from Nilakshika Silva, who scored 50 runs off 35 balls, rescued the innings. Silva's crucial knock, featuring three fours and a six, helped Sri Lanka post a respectable total of 124/7 in their allotted 20 overs. Indonesia's Ni Luh Dewi was the pick of their bowlers, taking 3 wickets for 32 runs.

Chamari Athapaththu's Devastating Spell

Chasing 125 for victory, Indonesia started positively, but their innings quickly unraveled against Athapaththu's relentless right-arm off-spin. The Sri Lankan skipper initiated the collapse by dismissing key batters, including openers Maria Corazon and Rahmawati Pangestuti, and the Indonesian captain Ni Putu Ayu Nanda Sakarini.

Athapaththu returned for a devastating final burst, wrapping up the Indonesian innings with a sensational hat-trick, dismissing Ni Ariani, Maypriani, and Dara Paramitha with consecutive deliveries. Indonesia were eventually bundled out for just 49 runs in 18.3 overs, falling short by 75 runs. India Named New Hosts for Inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy in 2027.

Tournament Standing and Upcoming Fixtures

This emphatic win, their second consecutive in the tournament, places Sri Lanka firmly at the top of Group B in the Women's Asia Cup 2026. They had previously defeated the UAE by nine wickets on August 29. Sri Lanka will now face Bangladesh in their final group stage fixture on September 6, while Indonesia, still seeking their first points, will take on the United Arab Emirates on September 4.

Group B Standings (After Match 6)

Note: NRR for Bangladesh is based on their first match only.

Chamari Athapaththu's breathtaking performance undoubtedly stole the headlines, reaffirming her status as one of the most impactful players in women's cricket. Her historic spell has not only set a formidable benchmark for the tournament but also provided Sri Lanka with significant momentum as they eye another Asia Cup title defence.

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