The Women’s Asia Cup 2026 is all set to begin on August 28, 2026 (Friday) in Dubai. The tournament will continue until September 13, 2026 (Sunday) and will feature eight teams fighting for the continental title. Some of the best women’s cricketers in Asia will be in action during the competition. Fans can look forward to two weeks of exciting cricket before a new champion is crowned in the final.
The tournament has been divided into two groups, with four teams in each group. Group A includes India, Pakistan, Thailand and Hong Kong, China, while Group B features Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Indonesia. Every team will play the other three sides in its group during the league stage. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals.
One of the biggest attractions of the tournament will once again be the clash between India and Pakistan, as both teams have been placed in the same group. Defending champions Sri Lanka will begin their campaign in Group B, where they will face Bangladesh, UAE and Indonesia. Every match will be important because there are only a few league games. A single win or loss could make a big difference in the race for the knockout stage.
The league stage will begin on August 28 and continue until September 8, with one match scheduled every evening. Every group-stage fixture will begin at 6:30 PM. Once the league matches are completed, the tournament will move into the knockout stage. The top two teams from each group will then battle for a place in the grand final. Supporters can expect competitive cricket from the first match until the last.
The first semi-final will be played on September 10, with the Group A winners taking on the Group B runners-up. The second semi-final is scheduled for September 11, where the Group B winners will face the Group A runners-up. Both knockout matches will begin at 6:30 PM. The winners will then meet in the grand final on September 13, which will also start at 6:30 PM.
The Women’s Asia Cup continues to be one of the biggest tournaments for women’s cricket in the region. It gives teams an excellent opportunity to play competitive international cricket against strong opponents. The tournament also allows young players to gain valuable experience on a big stage. Every edition has produced memorable matches, and the 2026 competition is expected to be another exciting chapter in the growth of women’s cricket across Asia.
Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Groups
Group A
India, Pakistan, Thailand, Hong Kong
Group B
Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Indonesia
Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Schedule
August 28, 2026 (Friday): Match 1 – 6:30 PM
August 29, 2026 (Saturday): Match 2 – 6:30 PM
August 30, 2026 (Sunday): Match 3 – 6:30 PM
August 31, 2026 (Monday): Match 4 – 6:30 PM
September 1, 2026 (Tuesday): Match 5 – 6:30 PM
September 2, 2026 (Wednesday): Match 6 – 6:30 PM
September 3, 2026 (Thursday): Match 7 – 6:30 PM
September 4, 2026 (Friday): Match 8 – 6:30 PM
September 5, 2026 (Saturday): Match 9 – 6:30 PM
September 6, 2026 (Sunday): Match 10 – 6:30 PM
September 7, 2026 (Monday): Match 11 – 6:30 PM
September 8, 2026 (Tuesday): Match 12 – 6:30 PM
September 10, 2026 (Thursday): Semi-final 1 – Group A Winners vs Group B Runners-up – 6:30 PM
September 11, 2026 (Friday): Semi-final 2 – Group B Winners vs Group A Runners-up – 6:30 PM
September 13, 2026 (Sunday): Grand Final – 6:30 PM
The Women’s Asia Cup 2026 promises to bring together the strongest women’s teams in Asia for another exciting tournament. Every side will begin its campaign with the dream of reaching the final and lifting the trophy. With top-quality players, famous rivalries and important knockout matches, cricket fans can expect plenty of memorable moments. The countdown has now officially begun for another thrilling edition of the Women’s Asia Cup.
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