India women reach Women's Asia Cup semi-finals

India defeated Hong Kong by 137 runs in the Women's Asia Cup on Thursday to confirm their place in the semi-finals. Smriti Mandhana scored 124 off 64 balls as India reached 193 for five before bowling Hong Kong out for 56 at Dubai International Stadium.

The margin ranks as India's second-biggest victory by runs in women's T20Is. Hong Kong lost their last five wickets in 11 deliveries after reaching 54 for five.

India top Group A with four points from two matches. They will play Pakistan in their final league fixture on 5 September.