The 2nd match of the Lotus Cup Women’s T20I Tri-series ignites at Bhutan’s Gelephu International Cricket Ground on January 21 at 10:00 AM IST, with Malaysia facing Hong Kong in a rivalry where Hong Kong edges ahead 5-4 in 9 Women’s Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Malaysia, reeling from their opener loss to hosts Bhutan, crave redemption to steady the ship. Hong Kong, yet to play in the series, eye an early statement wins to build unstoppable momentum.
Squads:
Hong Kong Women’s Cricket Team
Natasha Tara Miles (C), Maryam Bibi (VC), Cheung Hiu Ying (WK), Chan Ka Ying, Chan Sau Ha, Iqra Sahar, Lai Wing Ki, Mahekdeep Kaur, Mariko Hill, Poon Hol Lam, Ruchitha Venkatesh, Siu Mei Wai, To Yee Shan, Yasmin Daswani.
Malaysia Women’s Cricket Team
Ainna Hamizah Hashim, Winifred Duraisingam (C), Mas Elysa, Mahirah Izzati Ismail, Nur Dania Syuhada, Nur Arianna Natsya, Aina Najwa, Irdina Beh Nabil, Nur Izzatul Syafiqa, Musfirah Nur Ainaa, Aisya Eleesa
Players to watch out:
Nur Dania Syuhada
Nur Dania Syuhada, the right-arm off-break specialist, thrives under pressure with pinpoint control. In 62 WT20Is, she claimed 45 wickets at best 4/14, including 2/12 vs Bhutan recently, her spin could grip this turning track.
Winifred Duraisingam
Winifred Duraisingam, Malaysia’s 32-year-old all-round stalwart, fuses resilience with skill. Over 83 WT20Is, she tallies 1,304 runs and 56 wickets; her 26 vs Bhutan signals fightback potential.
Natasha Miles
Natasha Miles captains Hong Kong with all-round savvy at 37. In 67 WT20Is, she scored 1,257 runs at a strike rate of 85, expect her to steer the ship smartly.
Maryam Bibi
Maryam Bibi, the dynamic 22-year-old, packs 82 WT20Is with 62 wickets including best spell of 4/8 and with bat she has 474 runs, her pace could rattle Malaysia early.
Pitch:
The pitch at Gelephu International Cricket Ground offers a balanced canvas, blending pace and bounce for batters early on while turning spinner friendly later. Consistent carry suits fluent strokeplay, and the fast outfield amplifies boundaries.
Weather:
Bracing climes hit -3°C min to 12°C max, 34% rain chance, 75% humidity, 11 km/h winds, crisp for pace but tricky for timing.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Natasha Tara Miles, Maryam Bibi, Winifred Duraisingam, Nur Dania Syuhada, Cheung Hiu Ying, Iqra Sahar, Ruchitha Venkatesh, Chan Ka Ying, Mahirah Izzati Ismail, Mas Elysa, Nur Arianna Natsya
Match Details:
Date – January 21, 2026
Time – 10:00 AM IST
Venue – Gelephu International Cricket Ground
Broadcast – Official team channels for streaming; ESPN Cricinfo for scorecard updates
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