Everything to Know About the Lotus Cup Women's T20I Tri-Series 2026 - Squads, Schedule, Broadcast Details

Nestled in the shadow of the Eastern Himalayas, Bhutan’s Gelephu International Cricket Ground is set to host a thrilling Women’s T20I Tri-series, the Lotus Cup, from January 20 to 29, 2026, pitting the hosts against powerhouses Hong Kong and Malaysia.

This landmark event marks Bhutan’s bold step into international women’s cricket, offering fans a front-row seat to fierce rivalries, breakout performances, and the rapid evolution of the sport in Asia’s emerging cricketing frontiers. With all matches kicking off at 10 AM IST under clear Bhutanese skies, cricket enthusiasts worldwide can tune in for the T20I action that promises edge-of-the-seat drama, culminating in a qualifier on January 27 and a grand final on January 29.

Format:

In this compact yet intense tri-series, Bhutan, Hong Kong, and Malaysia will each face off twice in a double round-robin format, ensuring at least 6 high-stakes encounters per team across the 10-day window before the qualifier and the final, setting the stage for tactical masterclasses, nail-biting chases, and potential upsets in the T20 format’s unpredictable arena.

Squads:

Bhutan

Anju Gurung (C), Sonam Choden (VC), Eva Somsel Yangzom, Sonam Sonam, Ritshi Choden, Tshering Zangmo, Chado Om, Riya Pradhan, Tshering Choki Choden, Sonam Pelden, Sherab Dema, Sangay Yangzom, and Mamta Rai

Hong Kong

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

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

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Schedule:

Jan 20 (Tue): 1st Match – Bhutan vs Malaysia
Jan 21 (Wed): 2nd Match – Hong Kong vs Malaysia
Jan 22 (Thu): 3rd Match – Bhutan vs Hong Kong
Jan 24 (Sat): 4th Match – Bhutan vs Malaysia
Jan 25 (Sun): 5th Match – Bhutan vs Hong Kong
Jan 26 (Mon): 6th Match – Hong Kong vs Malaysia
Jan 27 (Tue): Qualifier – 2 vs 3
Jan 29 (Thu): Final – TBA vs TBA

Note: All matches will be played at the Gelephu International Cricket Ground, starting at 10 AM IST

Broadcasting Details:

The fans and the viewers can check out the official channels of the respective teams for the streaming links ahead of the game. ESPN Cricinfo will be covering the scorecard updates.