Women's T20 Asia Cup to begin on August 28 in Dubai; India-Pakistan clash on September 5
New Delhi, August 6
The Asian Cricket Council on Thursday confirmed the schedule for the Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026, with the eight-team tournament set to be held in Dubai from August 28 to September 13, according to Cricinfo.
The tournament will begin with a Group A clash between Hong Kong and Thailand on August 28. The marquee group-stage fixture between India and Pakistan is scheduled for September 5.
All matches will be played under lights at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The final will be held on September 13.
Group A comprises India, Pakistan, Hong Kong and Thailand, while defending champions Sri Lanka are placed in Group B alongside Bangladesh, Indonesia and hosts United Arab Emirates (UAE).
A key Group B contest between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh is scheduled for September 6.
During the group stage, each team will play the other teams in its group once. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals.
The first semi-final, featuring the Group A winners against the Group B runners-up, will be played on September 10, while the second semi-final between the Group A runners-up and Group B winners is scheduled for September 11.
The upcoming edition will be the sixth Women's Asia Cup to be played in the T20 format. Sri Lanka enter the tournament as defending champions after winning the previous edition, while Bangladesh lifted the title in 2018. India are the most successful team in the competition, having won the title three times in the T20 format--in 2012, 2016 and 2022.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally, some solid scheduling for the Asia Cup! The Dubai venue is great, and the lights will add to the atmosphere. I just wish more matches were broadcast on free TV so that younger girls across India can watch and get inspired to take up cricket.
India vs Pakistan on September 5 – mark the calendar! Our women's team has been in phenomenal form lately. The blend of experienced players and young talent is really exciting. Dubai's weather will be hot, but the evening games should be manageable. Let's go, girls! 💪
Nice to see the UAE hosting this, but honestly, I'm a bit concerned about the venue being neutral. We have such amazing stadiums in India now—why not host it here? The crowd support at home can be a big advantage for our girls. Still, best of luck to the team! 🌟
The schedule looks balanced and the format is straightforward. Sri Lanka will be tough to beat after their recent win, but India has the edge in experience. The semi-final lineup will be interesting—Pakistan could spring a surprise in Group A. Can't wait for August 28!
As a cricket fan from the US, I love watching the Asia Cup. The women's game has grown so much, and this tournament is a testament to that. The India-Pakistan rivalry is always intense, even in women's cricket. Good luck to all teams!
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