The 1st Semi-Final of the Asian Games Women’s Cricket Competition 2026 will bring Pakistan Women and Sri Lanka Women together at Nisshin, Japan on September 20, 2026 (Sunday). The match is scheduled to start at 5:30 AM IST and will determine which team reaches the final of the competition. Pakistan booked their place in the semi-final after defeating Thailand Women by 3 wickets with two balls remaining in the second quarterfinal. Sri Lanka also made it through after a comfortable 86-run victory over Malaysia Women in their quarter-final.
Both teams will now enter the knockout stage after securing wins in their respective quarterfinals. Pakistan chased down Thailand’s target of 92 runs, reaching 92/7 in 10.4 overs in a close finish. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, put up 160/4against Malaysia before restricting them to 74/7 in their 20 overs. With a place in the final on the line, both sides will be looking to carry their quarter-final performances into this important semi-final. The result will decide who continues their Asian Games campaign in the title clash.
Squads:
Pakistan Women’s Cricket Team
Fatima Sana (C), Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Eman Naseer, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza (WK), Humna Bilal, Momina Riasat, Nashra Sandhu, Saira Jabeen, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani
Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket Team
Chamari Athapaththu (C), Mithali Ayodhya, Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kaushini Nuthyangana (WK), Kawya Kavindi, Sanjana Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Nimasha Meepage, Hasini Perera, Chamudi Praboda, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Rashmika Sewwandi, Nilakshika Silva
Head-to-Head:
- Matches Played – 25
- Pakistan Women Wins – 12
- Sri Lanka Women Wins – 12
- Tied – 0
- No Result – 1
Pakistan Women and Sri Lanka Women have met 25 times in T20I cricket so far, with both sides having recorded 12 wins each. The remaining match ended without a result, while there has been no tied game between the two teams in this format. Their recent encounters have produced results for both sides, including Sri Lanka’s four-wicket victory in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 semi-final. Pakistan had earlier beaten Sri Lanka by four wickets with 10 balls remaining in the third T20I of their August series. The two teams will now meet again in another knockout contest.
Where to Watch Pakistan Women vs Sri Lanka Women
Date – September 20, 2026
Time – 5:30 AM IST
Venue – Nisshin, Japan
Fixtures and Results:
Pakistan Women
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2026 | Thailand Women | Won by 3 wickets |
| September 20, 2026 | Sri Lanka Women | Upcoming – 1st Semi-Final |
Sri Lanka Women
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| September 18, 2026 | Malaysia Women | Won by 86 runs |
| September 20, 2026 | Pakistan Women | Upcoming – 1st Semi-Final |
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
| Region | Broadcaster | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Network | SonyLIV App / Website |
| Indonesia | TVRI | TVRI Klik App |
| Japan | TBS | TVer App / TBS FREE |
| Malaysia | Astro | Astro GO App |
| Philippines | Cignal TV / One Sports | — |
| Singapore | Mediacorp | meWATCH App / Website |
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