In the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026, Bangladesh A enters this final group game sitting comfortably at the top of the table with two wins from two. Having already secured their spot in the semi-final after a tense 3-wicket victory over Thailand, they’ll be looking to maintain their unbeaten streak and head into the knockouts with full momentum. On the other hand, Malaysia has had a tougher run; after losses to Thailand and Sri Lanka A, they find themselves at the bottom of Group B.
For Bangladesh A, the focus will be on clinical execution. Their bowling unit has been their greatest asset so far, with the likes of Sanjida Akter Meghla and Fahima Khatun proving nearly impossible to get away on these Bangkok tracks. However, their batting has been a bit of a scrappy affair—collapsing slightly in the chase against Thailand—so they’ll want a more dominant performance from openers like Ishma Tanjim and Shamima Sultana. Malaysia will need a heroic effort from captain Mas Elysa and the experienced Winifred Duraisingham to navigate the spin trap.
Squads:
Bangladesh A Women’s Cricket Team
Sumaiya Akter, Rubya Haider Jhelik, Taj Nehar, Jannatul Ferdus, Sadia Akter, Sarmin Sultana, Ishma Tanjim, Shorifa Khatun, Shamima Sultana, Fahima Khatun, Lata Mondal, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Fariha Trisna, Farjana Easmin, Fatema Jahan Sonia
Malaysia Women’s Cricket Team
Elsa Hunter, Mas Elysa, Nazatul Hidayah Husna, Ainna Hashim, Amalin Sorfina, Mahirah Izzati, Nur Izzatul Syafiqa, Suabika, Aina Najwa, Wan Julia, Aisya Eleesa, Marsya, Nazwah, Nur Dania Syuhada
Where to Watch: Bangladesh A Women vs Malaysia Women
Date – February 18, 2026
Time – 8:00 AM IST
Venue – Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangkok
Broadcast & Live Streaming:
The Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 will be broadcast LIVE on the Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available on the SonyLIV App.
Fixtures:
Bangladesh A Women
Feb 14 (Sat): vs Sri Lanka A Women – Bangkok, Terdthai Cricket Ground – Won by 4 runs
Feb 16 (Mon): vs Thailand Women – Bangkok, Terdthai Cricket Ground – Won by 3 wickets
Feb 18 (Wed): vs Malaysia Women – Bangkok, Terdthai Cricket Ground – 8:00 AM IST
Malaysia Women
Feb 14 (Sat): vs Thailand Women – Bangkok, Terdthai Cricket Ground – Lost By 99 runs
Feb 16 (Mon): vs Sri Lanka A Women – Bangkok – 8:00 AM IST – Lost by 106 runs
Feb 18 (Wed): vs Bangladesh A Women – Bangkok – 8:00 AM IST
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