Women's Asia Cup 2026 Groups and India's Key Fixtures Announced Before Dubai Start
Eight nations, including defending champions Sri Lanka and debutants Indonesia, will vie for the T20 title starting August 28 in Dubai.
The story
The international women's cricket calendar is currently in a brief lull before the highly anticipated Women's Asia Cup 2026, set to begin on August 28 in Dubai. The tournament will feature eight nations competing in the T20 format at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Group A comprises India, Pakistan, Thailand, and Hong Kong, China, while Group B includes defending champions Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and the UAE. India will kick off their campaign on August 30 against Thailand, followed by matches against Hong Kong, China on September 3, and a significant clash with arch-rivals Pakistan on September 5.
Sri Lanka enters the tournament as the defending champions, having claimed the title in 2024, while Indonesia will make their debut in the competition. All 15 matches, including the semi-finals and final, will be hosted in Dubai.
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's ODI Team Rankings | #1 Australia | Australia currently holds the top spot in the ODI format. |
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | #1 Australia | Australia also leads the T20I rankings. |
What we'll be watching
- Women's Asia Cup 2026: Tournament opener, Thailand vs Hong Kong, China, August 28 in Dubai.
- Women's Asia Cup 2026: India vs Thailand, August 30 in Dubai.
- Women's Asia Cup 2026: India vs Pakistan, September 5 in Dubai.
- India Women's tour of South Africa: Revised schedule now includes T20Is in December, alongside Tests and ODIs.
- Women's Continental Cricket Cup, 2026: Austria Women vs Guernsey Women, August 26.
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