The Women’s Asia Cup 2026 will see Bangladesh Women take on Sri Lanka Women in the 10th Match of the tournament at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Sri Lanka are currently at the top of Group B with 4 points from two matches, having won both their games, while Bangladesh are second with 2 points from one match after their opening win. The match will begin at 8:00 PM IST, with both teams looking to strengthen their position in the group. A win for either side could have an important impact on the points table as the tournament moves forward.
Sri Lanka Women have made a strong start to their Asia Cup campaign and remain unbeaten after victories over the United Arab Emirates and Indonesia. Bangladesh, meanwhile, began their campaign with a 71-run win over Indonesia Women on August 31, leaving them second in Group B with a game in hand. The two sides have also met several times in recent years, with Sri Lanka winning their last five matches against Bangladesh. Bangladesh will now look to close that gap, while Sri Lanka will be aiming to maintain their winning run and stay firmly at the top of the group.
Squads:
Bangladesh Women’s Cricket Team
Nigar Sultana (C), Nahida Akter (VC), Dilara Akter, Fahima Khatun, Farjana Easmin, Juairiya Ferdous, Marufa Akter, Sobhana Mostary, Rabeya Khan, Ritu Moni, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Sarmin Sultana, Sharmin Akhter, Shorna Akter, Sultana Khatun, Sumaiya Akther
Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket Team
Chamari Athapaththu (C), Harshitha Samarawickrama (VC), Mithali Ayodhya, Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Sanjana Kavindi, Kawya Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Nimasha Meepage, Hasini Perera, Chamudi Praboda, Nilakshika Silva, Chethana Vimukthi
Players to watch out:
Nigar Sultana
Nigar Sultana will be one of the key batters for Bangladesh in this important Group B match. She has scored 327 runs in 10 matches, with an average of 40.88 and a strike rate of 114.73. Her consistency gives Bangladesh a reliable option at the top of the batting order, especially when the team needs someone to spend time at the crease. Nigar can also play an important role in building partnerships and keeping the innings steady. Bangladesh will expect their captain to lead from the front against a strong Sri Lankan bowling attack.
Ritu Moni
Ritu Moni has been an important bowling option for Bangladesh and could have a big role against Sri Lanka. She has taken 12 wickets in nine matches, while maintaining an economy rate of 6.79 and a strike rate of 14.5. Her ability to take wickets while keeping the scoring under control makes her a useful player for Bangladesh during different stages of the innings. Sri Lanka have several experienced batters, so Bangladesh will need bowlers who can create pressure and break partnerships. Moni will be one of the players Bangladesh will look towards when they need wickets.
Chamari Athapaththu
Chamari Athapaththu remains one of Sri Lanka’s biggest match-winners and has been in excellent form with both bat and ball. She has scored 342 runs in 10 matches at an average of 42.75, while striking at 157.6. She has also taken 14 wickets in 10 matches, with an economy rate of 6.51 and a strike rate of 14.35. Most recently, she produced a stunning seven-wicket haul against Indonesia, taking 7 wickets for just 5 runs in 3.3 overs, including a hat-trick. Her spell helped Sri Lanka bowl Indonesia out for just 49 runs and secure a 75-run victory, showing the huge impact she can have with the ball.
Kavisha Dilhari
Kavisha Dilhari will also be a player to watch for Sri Lanka, particularly with the ball. She has picked up 12 wickets in eight matches, with an economy rate of 6.69 and a strike rate of 17.5. She has been able to bowl economically while also providing wickets when her team needs them. Bangladesh’s batters will have to manage her spell carefully and avoid losing wickets while trying to increase the scoring rate. A strong performance from Dilhari could help Sri Lanka control the middle overs and keep Bangladesh under pressure.
Pitch:
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium is expected to offer a balanced pitch. The new ball could give fast bowlers some movement early on, making the first few overs important for both teams. Batters may need some time to understand the pace and bounce before looking to play more attacking shots. As the innings moves into the middle overs, the surface could become slower and provide more help to the spinners.
Weather:
The weather in Dubai is expected to be clear around the match, with no rain forecast during the main part of the game. At the scheduled start time of 8:00 PM, the temperature should remain around 33°C, with clear conditions and no rain expected. The temperature is also forecast to stay at 33°C at 9:00 PM, before dropping slightly to 32°C at 10:00 PM.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Nigar Sultana, Chamari Athapaththu, Sobhana Mostary, Nilakshika Silva, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Ritu Moni, Kavisha Dilhari, Marufa Akter, Nahida Akter, Sugandika Kumari, Sultana Khatun
Match Details:
Date – September 6, 2026
Time – 8:00 PM IST
Venue – Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Broadcast – All matches of the 2026 Women’s Asia Cup will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network. Fans can also follow the tournament live through the Sony LIV app and website.
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