Bangladesh A enters the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 semi-final as the only undefeated side in the competition, carrying a massive wave of momentum after three very different types of wins. They’ve shown they can defend low totals, like they did in the nail-biter against Sri Lanka, and they can also pile on the runs, as seen in their 90-run thrashing of Malaysia. Pakistan A, on the other hand, had to fight tooth and nail to get here; after a heavy defeat to India, they needed a massive NRR boost against the UAE and delivered exactly that, chasing down their target in just 11 overs to leapfrog into the final four.
Squads:
Bangladesh A Women’s Cricket Team
Sumaiya Akter, Rubya Haider Jhelik, Taj Nehar, Jannatul Ferdus, Sadia Akter, Sarmin Sultana, Ishma Tanjim, Shorifa Khatun, Shamima Sultana, Fahima Khatun, Lata Mondal, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Fariha Trisna, Farjana Easmin, Fatema Jahan Sonia
Pakistan A Women’s Cricket Team
Hafsa Khalid (C), Waheeda Akhtar, Yusra Amir (WK), Lubna Behram, Syeda Masooma Jafri, Komal Khan (WK), Neha Sharmin Nadeem, Eman Naseer, Anosha Nasir, Momina Riasat, Gull Rukh, Huraina Sajjad, Omaima Sohail, Noreen Yaqoob, Shawaal Zulfiqar
Players to watch out:
Shawaal Zulfiqar
Shawaal has provided much-needed stability for Pakistan A, showing she can play the long game while keeping the scoreboard moving. She has scored 71 runs in her three outings, remaining unbeaten once with a top score of 38 not out. While her strike rate sits at a steady 100.00, her value lies in her ability to hold one end secure, which has been crucial in navigating tricky chases.
Lata Mondal
The experienced Lata Mondal has been a calming influence for Bangladesh A, contributing 78 runs so far in the tournament. She narrowly missed out on a half-century with a composed 48, showing her ability to anchor the innings and build partnerships. With a strike rate of 91.76, she has focused on playing the situation and ensuring her side reaches competitive totals.
Anosha Nasir
Anosha has emerged as a serious threat in the spin department, sitting high on the leaderboard with 6 wickets in three matches. She has been a nightmare for batters in the middle overs, maintaining a strike rate of 10.00 and an average of exactly 10.00. Her best performance of 3/18 was instrumental in a dominant win, showcasing her knack for breaking partnerships just when they start to look dangerous.
Shorifa Khatun
Shorifa has been a vital part of the Bangladesh A bowling attack, consistently putting the ball in the right areas to claim 5 wickets so far. She has maintained a solid economy of 5.30 and an average of 10.60, making it very difficult for batters to get her away for easy runs. Her best spell of 2/13 demonstrates her ability to apply pressure and force mistakes from the opposition.
Pitch:
The Terdthai Cricket Ground features a balanced turf wicket that offers consistent bounce early on but tends to slow down and grip as the game progresses, favoring spinners.
Weather:
The weather in Bangkok will be sunny and hot with a high of 34°C, though a slight 15% chance of rain means interruptions are unlikely
Fantasy Playing XI:
Sumaiya Akter, Sadia Akter, Sarmin Sultana, Shorifa Khatun, Fahima Khatun, Lata Mondal, Hafsa Khalid, Waheeda Akhtar, Neha Sharmin Nadeem, Anosha Nasir, Shawaal Zulfiqar
Match Details:
Date – February 20, 2026
Time – 12:30 PM
Venue – Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangkok
Broadcast – Sony Liv & Sony Sports Network
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