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The Women's Asia Cup 2026 will be played from August 28 to September 13 in Dubai, with eight teams competing in the T20 format. Sri Lanka enter the tournament as the defending champions after winning their maiden title in 2024, while India will look to reclaim the trophy after finishing runners-up in the previous edition.
This article will feature the complete schedule, team groups, squads, India fixtures, India vs Pakistan details, results, points tables and tournament history. All 15 matches of the tournament, including the two semi-finals and the final, will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Women's Asia Cup 2026: Tournament Details
Detail | Information |
Tournament | Women's Asia Cup 2026 |
Format | T20 |
Dates | August 28 to September 13, 2026 |
Host | UAE |
Main venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
Teams | 8 |
Matches | 15 |
Defending champions | Sri Lanka |
Most successful team | India |
Final | September 13 |
The tournament will consist of 12 group-stage matches, followed by two semi-finals and the final. All matches are scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM local time in Dubai, which is 8:00 PM IST.
Which Teams Are Playing in Women's Asia Cup 2026?
Eight teams will compete in the 2026 Women's Asia Cup.
- India
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
- Bangladesh
- Thailand
- Hong Kong, China
- United Arab Emirates
- Indonesia
The teams have been divided into two groups of four.
Group A
- India
- Pakistan
- Thailand
- Hong Kong, China
Group B
- Sri Lanka
- Bangladesh
- United Arab Emirates
- Indonesia
Each team will play the other three sides in its group once. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals.
Women's Asia Cup 2026 Full Schedule
All 15 matches will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with the group stage running from August 28 to September 8. The knockout stage will begin on September 10.
Women's Asia Cup 2026 Group Stage Schedule
Date | Match | Group/Stage | Time (IST) | Venue | Result |
Aug 28 | Thailand Women vs Hong Kong, China Women | Group A | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Aug 29 | Sri Lanka Women vs UAE Women | Group B | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Aug 30 | India Women vs Thailand Women | Group A | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Aug 31 | Bangladesh Women vs Indonesia Women | Group B | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 1 | Pakistan Women vs Thailand Women | Group A | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 2 | Sri Lanka Women vs Indonesia Women | Group B | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 3 | India Women vs Hong Kong, China Women | Group A | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 4 | UAE Women vs Indonesia Women | Group B | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 5 | India Women vs Pakistan Women | Group A | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 6 | Bangladesh Women vs Sri Lanka Women | Group B | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 7 | Hong Kong, China Women vs Pakistan Women | Group A | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 8 | UAE Women vs Bangladesh Women | Group B | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Women's Asia Cup 2026 Knockout Schedule
Date | Match | Stage | Time (IST) | Venue | Result |
Sep 10 | A1 vs B2 | Semi-final 1 | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 11 | B1 vs A2 | Semi-final 2 | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
Sep 13 | TBC vs TBC | Final | 8:00 PM | Dubai | Upcoming |
The Group A winner will face the Group B runner-up in the first semi-final, while the Group B winner will meet the Group A runner-up in the second semi-final.
India Women's Schedule for Asia Cup 2026
India have been placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, Thailand and Hong Kong, China.
Date | Match | Venue | Time |
Aug 30 | India Women vs Thailand Women | Dubai | 8:00 PM IST |
Sep 3 | India Women vs Hong Kong, China Women | Dubai | 8:00 PM IST |
Sep 5 | India Women vs Pakistan Women | Dubai | 8:00 PM IST |
India will open their campaign against Thailand on August 30 before facing Hong Kong, China on September 3. Their final group match will be against Pakistan on September 5.
India need to finish in the top two in Group A to qualify for the semi-finals. If they win the group, they will face the Group B runner-up, while a second-place finish will send them into the other semi-final against the Group B winner.
India vs Pakistan Women's Asia Cup 2026
The India vs Pakistan fixture will take place on September 5 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Detail | Information |
Match | India Women vs Pakistan Women |
Date | September 5, 2026 |
Group | Group A |
Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
Time | 8:00 PM IST |
Local time | 6:30 PM UAE |
India and Pakistan have been drawn together alongside Thailand and Hong Kong, China. Pakistan have reached the Women's Asia Cup final twice, in 2012 and 2016, but lost to India on both occasions.
The 2026 meeting will therefore have significance beyond the group standings, with both sides looking to establish themselves among the four semi-finalists.
Also Read: India Women vs Pakistan Women in Women's Asia Cup: Head-to-head record and results
Women's Asia Cup 2026 Squads
India Women's Squad
Player | Role |
Harmanpreet Kaur (c) | All-rounder |
Smriti Mandhana (vc) | Batter |
Shafali Verma | All-rounder |
Bharti Fulmali | Batter |
Richa Ghosh | Wicketkeeper-batter |
G. Kamalini | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Pratika Rawal | Batter |
Deepti Sharma | All-rounder |
Arundhati Reddy | Bowler |
Prema Rawat | Bowler |
Radha Yadav | Bowler |
Sree Charani | Bowler |
Renuka Thakur | Bowler |
Nandni Sharma | Bowler |
Kranti Gaud | Bowler |
India's squad underwent a late change after Jemimah Rodrigues was ruled out with a high-grade right hamstring tear suffered while playing for Southern Brave in The Hundred. Pratika Rawal was named as her replacement.
Pakistan Women's Squad
Player | Role |
Fatima Sana (c) | Bowling all-rounder |
Ayesha Zafar | Batter |
Eman Naseer | Batter |
Eyman Fatima | Batter |
Gull Feroza | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Muneeba Ali | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Najiha Alvi | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Shawaal Zulfiqar | Batter |
Saira Jabeen | All-rounder |
Momina Riasat | Bowler |
Nashra Sandhu | Bowler |
Sadia Iqbal | Bowler |
Tuba Hassan | Bowler |
Umm-e-Hani | Bowler |
Waheeda Akhtar | Bowler |
Fatima Sana will lead Pakistan after returning to the squad for the Asia Cup. The side will begin its campaign against Thailand on September 1 before playing India and Hong Kong, China.
Sri Lanka Women's Squad
Player | Role |
Chamari Athapaththu (c) | All-rounder |
Harshitha Samarawickrama (vc) | Batter |
Imesha Dulani | Batter |
Vishmi Gunaratne | Batter |
Kaushini Nuthyangana | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Sanjana Kavindi | Batter |
Hasini Perera | Batter |
Nilakshika Silva | Batter |
Kavisha Dilhari | All-rounder |
Dewmi Vihanga | All-rounder |
Mithali Ayodhya | Bowler |
Kawya Kavindi | Bowler |
Sugandika Kumari | Bowler |
Chamudi Praboda | Bowler |
Chethana Vimukthi | Bowler |
Sri Lanka's squad combines experienced players such as Athapaththu and Harshitha with younger options. They will begin their title defence against the UAE on August 29.
Bangladesh Women's Squad
Player | Role |
Nigar Sultana (c) | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Nahida Akter (vc) | Bowler |
Dilara Akter | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Juairiya Ferdous | Batter |
Sharmin Akter Supta | Batter |
Sarmin Sultana | Batter |
Sobhana Mostary | Batter |
Shorna Akter | All-rounder |
Ritu Moni | All-rounder |
Fahima Khatun | Bowler |
Rabeya Khan | All-rounder |
Marufa Akter | Bowler |
Sultana Khatun | Bowler |
Shanjida Akther Maghla | Batter |
Fariha Islam Trisna | Bowler |
Thailand Women's Squad
Player | Role |
Naruemol Chaiwai (c) | Batter |
Nannapat Koncharoenkai | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Natthakan Chantham | Batter |
Chanida Sutthiruang | All-rounder |
Suleeporn Laomi | Bowler |
Onnicha Kamchomphu | Bowler |
Thipatcha Putthawong | Bowler |
Phannita Maya | Batter |
Aphisara Suwanchonrathi | Batter |
Sunida Chaturongrattana | Bowler |
Chayanisa Phengpaen | All-rounder |
Nannaphat Chaihan | Batter |
Koranit Suwanchonrathi | Batter |
Thanrada Seesawan | Batter |
Naomi Hamilton | All-rounder |
Hong Kong, China Squad
Player | Role |
Yasmin Daswani | Batter |
Joyleen Kaur | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Natasha Miles (c) | All-rounder |
Mariko Hill | All-rounder |
Marina Lamplough | All-rounder |
Mahekdeep Kaur | All-rounder |
Shanzeen Shahzad | All-rounder |
Kary Chan | Bowler |
Charlotte Chan | Bowler |
Iqra Sahar | Bowler |
Maryam Bibi (vc) | Bowler |
Shing Chan | Bowler |
Hailey Wong | Bowler |
Ruchitha Venkatesh | Bowler |
Alison Siu | Bowler |
Hong Kong, China will open the tournament against Thailand on August 28 before facing India and Pakistan in Group A.
UAE Women's Squad
Player | Role |
Esha Oza (c) | All-rounder |
Theertha Satish | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Uttara Iyer | Batter |
Archara Supriya | Bowler |
Heena Hotchandani | Bowler |
Indhuja Nandakumar | All-rounder |
Janani Thirukkumaran | Bowler |
Lavanya Keny | All-rounder |
Mehul Kulkarni | Bowler |
Rinitha Rajith | All-rounder |
Samaira Dharnidharka | All-rounder |
Siya Gokhale | All-rounder |
Sashikala Silva | Bowler |
Suraksha Kotte | Bowler |
Vaishnave Mahesh | All-rounder |
Esha Oza will captain the hosts in Group B. The UAE will play Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Bangladesh during the group stage.
Indonesia Women's Squad
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Women's Asia Cup 2026 Format: How Will the Tournament Work?
The 2026 edition will have eight teams split into two groups of four. Each team will play three group matches. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals.
The knockout structure is:
- Group A winner vs Group B runner-up
- Group B winner vs Group A runner-up
The two semi-final winners will meet in the final on September 13. This means each finalist will play five matches in total if they reach the championship game.
Women's Asia Cup 2026 Points Table
Group A Points Table
Team | P | W | L | NR | NRR | Pts |
India | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Pakistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Thailand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Hong Kong, China | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Group B Points Table
Team | P | W | L | NR | NRR | Pts |
Sri Lanka | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Bangladesh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
UAE | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Indonesia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
The tables will be updated after each completed match.
Women's Asia Cup 2026 Results
Date | Match | Winner | Margin |
Aug 28 | Thailand Women vs Hong Kong, China Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Aug 29 | Sri Lanka Women vs UAE Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Aug 30 | India Women vs Thailand Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Aug 31 | Bangladesh Women vs Indonesia Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Sep 1 | Pakistan Women vs Thailand Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Sep 2 | Sri Lanka Women vs Indonesia Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Sep 3 | India Women vs Hong Kong, China Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Sep 4 | UAE Women vs Indonesia Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Sep 5 | India Women vs Pakistan Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Sep 6 | Bangladesh Women vs Sri Lanka Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Sep 7 | Hong Kong, China Women vs Pakistan Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Sep 8 | UAE Women vs Bangladesh Women | Upcoming | Upcoming |
Women's Asia Cup 2026 Venue
The entire tournament will be staged at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. All 15 matches are scheduled at the venue, including the group-stage games, semi-finals and final. The UAE Cricket Board has confirmed that the fixtures will be played at 6:30 PM local time.
The evening schedule also means teams will play under lights throughout the competition. Conditions in Dubai can bring spin into play, while the evening timing could make dew a factor later in matches.
Women's Asia Cup 2026 Defending Champions and Tournament History
Sri Lanka are the defending champions after winning their maiden Women's Asia Cup title in 2024. They defeated India by eight wickets in the final at Dambulla. India posted 165/6 before Sri Lanka reached 167/2 in 18.4 overs, with Athapaththu scoring 61 and Harshitha Samarawickrama making an unbeaten 69. India remain the most successful team in the competition with seven titles.
Year | Winner | Runner-up |
2004 | India | Sri Lanka |
2005-06 | India | Sri Lanka |
2006 | India | Sri Lanka |
2008 | India | Sri Lanka |
2012 | India | Pakistan |
2016 | India | Pakistan |
2018 | Bangladesh | India |
2022 | India | Sri Lanka |
2024 | Sri Lanka | India |
The first four editions were played in the ODI format. The competition switched to T20 cricket from 2012 onwards.
Most Successful Teams in Women's Asia Cup History
Team | Titles | Runner-ups | Best recent finish |
India | 7 | 2 | Runner-up, 2024 |
Sri Lanka | 1 | 5 | Champions, 2024 |
Bangladesh | 1 | 0 | Champions, 2018 |
Pakistan | 0 | 2 | Runner-up, 2016 |
India's seven titles came in 2004, 2005-06, 2006, 2008, 2012, 2016 and 2022. Bangladesh ended India's run in the 2018 final, while Sri Lanka won their first championship six years later.
Players to Watch at Women's Asia Cup 2026
India's key batter: Smriti Mandhana
Mandhana will be one of India's primary batting options at the top of the order. Her experience and ability to score quickly in the powerplay make her an important part of India's campaign.
India's key bowler: Deepti Sharma
Deepti gives India an experienced all-round option and can influence matches with both bat and ball.
Pakistan's key player: Fatima Sana
The Pakistan captain is an important all-rounder and will have responsibility with both leadership and the ball.
Sri Lanka's key player: Chamari Athapaththu
Athapaththu remains central to Sri Lanka's title defence. She was instrumental in the 2024 final, scoring 61 during the successful chase against India.
Women's Asia Cup 2026: Key Storylines to Follow
Can India reclaim the title?
India have won seven of the nine completed editions but have not lifted the trophy since 2022. Their 2024 final defeat to Sri Lanka gives the 2026 campaign added significance.
Can Sri Lanka defend their crown?
Sri Lanka will attempt to become the first team other than India to establish sustained dominance in the competition.
India vs Pakistan
The September 5 meeting will be one of the most followed group-stage matches and could also influence the semi-final routes.
Jemimah Rodrigues' absence
Rodrigues' injury has forced India to make a late change, with Pratika Rawal coming into the squad.
Pakistan's title challenge
Pakistan have twice reached the final but remain without a title. Their Group A campaign will begin against Thailand before the India fixture.
UAE and the emerging teams
The tournament gives the UAE, Indonesia, Thailand and Hong Kong, China an opportunity to compete against established Asian sides.
