India Women Begin Asia Cup Title Quest Against Thailand in Dubai Today
Seven-time champions India enter the 10th edition of the Women's Asia Cup looking to reclaim the title after losing the 2024 final.
The story
The Women's Asia Cup 2026 continues today in Dubai, with all eyes on India Women as they commence their campaign against Thailand. The tournament, hosted in the UAE for the first time, runs from August 28 to September 13.
While Friday and Saturday saw initial group stage matches, India's entry marks a significant point in the competition. India, the most successful team in the tournament's history with seven titles, will be looking for a strong start to assert their dominance.
They aim to reclaim the trophy after finishing as runners-up in the 2024 edition. The match against Thailand is scheduled for later today at the Dubai International Stadium.
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's ODI Team Rankings | #1 Australia | Australia maintains the top spot in ODI cricket. |
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | #1 Australia | Australia also leads the T20I format. |
| ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings | #1 Smriti Mandhana (India) | Smriti Mandhana holds the top position among ODI batters. |
| ICC Women's T20I Batting Rankings | #1 Georgia Voll | Georgia Voll is currently the world's top-ranked T20I batter. |
What we'll be watching
- August 30: India vs Thailand [T20I], Women's Asia Cup 2026, Dubai International Stadium, Dubai
- August 31: Bangladesh vs Indonesia [T20I], Women's Asia Cup 2026, Dubai International Stadium, Dubai
- September 1: Pakistan vs Thailand [T20I], Women's Asia Cup 2026, Dubai International Stadium, Dubai
- September 2: Sri Lanka vs Indonesia [T20I], Women's Asia Cup 2026, Dubai International Stadium, Dubai
- September 3: India vs Hong Kong, China [T20I], Women's Asia Cup 2026, Dubai International Stadium, Dubai
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