The stage is set for an epic grand finale in the ACC U19 Women’s Asian Premier Cup 2026 the two most clinical teams in the competition go head-to-head for the ultimate silverware. Thailand cruised through Group A completely unchallenged, boasting a massive net run rate of 6.25 after securing back-to-back victories. The UAE matched that perfection in Group B, comfortably dismantling their group opponents with two wins of their own. Both teams have maintained a flawless, unbeaten streak throughout the tournament, setting up a blockbuster clash where someone’s perfect record has to give.
Squads:
United Arab Emirates U19 Women’s Cricket Team
Samaira Dharnidharka (C), Afsha Afzal Khan, Al Maseera Jahangir, Avanee Patil, Emily Thomas (WK), Janani Thirukkumaran, Lavanya Keny, Mehul Kulkarni, Mehak Thakur, Neha Kumari, Rishitha Rajith, Sai Nikhil Thite, Simran Sheth, Vaishnave Mahesh
Thailand U19 Women’s Cricket Team
Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Arrikan Phuengkho, Koranit Suwanchonrathi, Patcharaporn Sorntha, Thanrada Seesawan, Pattamawadee Suriya, Chanoknan Phanao, Kesinee Kaewjumphol, Phichamon Darajaroen, Phonphimon Khongdee, Kewarin Saechao
Players to watch out:
Aphisara Suwanchonrathi
Thailand Women U19’s Aphisara Suwanchonrathi has been in phenomenal form, racking up 196 runs in just 4 matches. She has shown remarkable consistency by staying unbeaten in two of her four innings, pushing her batting average to a staggering 98.00. She scores at a brisk pace as well, striking at 135.17 after facing 145 deliveries throughout the tournament. With two half-centuries and a top score of 65 not out, her aggressive intent is further highlighted by the 22 boundaries she has smashed.
Lavanya Keny
Lavanya Keny has anchored the middle order beautifully for UAE Women U19, contributing 139 runs in her 4 tournament appearances. She has been highly reliable for her side, maintaining an impressive average of 46.33 and recording a highest score of 74 not out. She has looked comfortable against both pace and spin, facing 141 deliveries with a composed strike rate of 98.58. She has also shown excellent boundary-clearing capabilities, hitting 18 fours and one of the rare sixes in the tournament.
Kesinee Kaewjumphol
Kesinee Kaewjumphol has been a stand-out performer for Thailand Women U19, providing crucial breakthroughs by taking 8 wickets in 4 matches. She has delivered 16 overs of highly disciplined bowling, leaking only 38 runs to maintain an exceptional economy rate of 2.37. Her ability to consistently trouble the batters has rewarded her with a brilliant average of 4.75 and a sharp strike rate of 12. Her best bowling effort in the tournament so far saw her return with remarkable figures of 3 wickets for 14 runs.
Vaishnave Mahesh
Vaishnave Mahesh has brought plenty of control to the UAE Women U19 bowling attack, taking 7 wickets in the 3 innings she has bowled. Over the course of her 12 overs, she has given away 43 runs, maintaining a strong bowling average of 6.14. Her tight lines and lengths have kept the opposition quiet, resulting in a commendable economy rate of 3.58 and a strike rate of 10.28. She also delivered a match-defining spell during the competition, claiming tournament-best figures of 3 wickets for 11 runs.
Pitch:
The surface at Bayuemas Oval features a green pitch that tends to give bowlers a slight edge. Statistically, the ground favors the side batting first, with teams setting a target winning roughly 64% of the time. The average first-innings score sits relatively low at around 87 runs, which means batters will need to work hard for their runs.
Weather:
The weather forecast for Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia indicates a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C, with a heavy thunderstorm expected during the day and cloudy conditions at night.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Samaira Dharnidharka, Al Maseera Jahangir, Lavanya Keny, Rishitha Rajith, Simran Sheth, Vaishnave Mahesh, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Koranit Suwanchonrathi, Chanoknan Phanao, Kesinee Kaewjumphol, Kewarin Saechao
Match Details:
Date – July 18, 2026
Time – 11:30 AM IST
Venue – Bayuemas Cricket Oval, Kuala Lumpur
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the ACC YouTube channel.
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