{
  "id": 5718445,
  "title": "UAE keep semi-final hopes alive after convincing win over Indonesia",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/uae-keep-semi-final-hopes-alive-after-convincing-win-over-indonesia",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-05T04:46:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Island Sri Lanka",
    "slug": "the-island-sri-lanka",
    "url": "http://island.lk/uae-keep-semi-final-hopes-alive-after-convincing-win-over-indonesia/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The UAE secured a thrilling semi-final spot at the 2026 Women’s T20 Asia Cup with a convincing 6-wicket victory over Indonesia. Precise bowling from the UAE team, led by offspinner Suraksha Kotte, saw them dismiss Indonesia for a mere 73 runs. Kotte's 3 for 16 set the tone, with her first two deliveries dismissing Indonesia's opener Maria Corazon and No. 3 Ni Luh Dewi. Captain Esha Oza (2 for 11) added to the pressure, dismissing Rahmawati Pangestuti in the fourth over. Despite N8 Puu Ayu Nanda Sakarini's valiant 39 off 52 balls, Indonesia lacked the support needed to chase down the target. UAE's lower order, including Theertha Satish and Oza, put on a steady 17 for the first wicket. Oza's resilient knock of 30 from 29 balls, coupled with Rinitha Rajith's 22, saw UAE safely wrap up the chase in just 13.1 overs. This result also marked Indonesia's final match of the campaign, ending with three consecutive losses. UAE, currently topping the tournament standings, will face Bangladesh in the semi-finals on September 8, hoping for favorable outcomes in their other matches.",
  "summary": "A complete performance from UAE’s bowling unit kept their semi-final hopes alive at the 2026 Women’s T20 Asia Cup, skittling Indonesia for 73 and then completing the chase with six wickets to spare. They now have to beat Bangladesh on September 8 and also hope other results go their way. UAE were on top right […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}