CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Japan were the two-time defending champions, but were eliminated in the semi-finals by China PR on penalties. The Chinese went on to win the ninth title in their history by defeating South Korea 3–2 in the final.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Indian women’s team won the Asia Cup 2022 defeating Sri Lanka by eight wickets in the final. Opener Smriti Mandhana struck a brilliant 25 ball-51 not out as India clinched the T20 Women’s Asia Cup, routing Sri Lanka by eight wickets in the final on Saturday.

Detailed explanation-3: -China beat South Korea 3-2 to win the AFC Women’s Asian Cup title on 6 February 2022. China won its record-extending 9th title since the last championship in 2006.

Detailed explanation-4: -The winner of the Asia Cup 2022 was Sri Lanka in the tournament held in UAE. This tournament is held biennially (every two years). After defeating Pakistan by 23 runs in the final match, Sri Lanka was added to the prestigious Asia Cup Winners List.

Detailed explanation-5: -Kuala Lumpur: The curtain came down on the AFC Cup™ 2022 on Saturday with Al Seeb Club defeating Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur City FC 3-0 to create history by becoming the tournament’s first-ever Omani winners.