Asian Games Women's Cricket Kicks Off Today Alongside Continuing Zimbabwe-South Africa T20I Series
Bangladesh, China, Pakistan, and Thailand begin their Asian Games campaigns, while South Africa aims to extend its dominance over Zimbabwe.
The story
With no concluded international women's cricket matches in the last 24 hours, the focus shifts to a busy schedule of upcoming fixtures. The Asian Games 2026 women's cricket competition commences today in Aichi, Japan, featuring Bangladesh against China and Pakistan facing Thailand in T20I encounters.
Meanwhile, the Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women T20I Series continues at Queen's Sports Club in Bulawayo, with South Africa having already secured the series victory. Cricket fans can anticipate an exciting day as teams begin their quests for medals and series points.
Series in play
Asian Games 2026 women's cricket. Group stage begins today
Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women T20I Series. South Africa leads 3-0, with the 4th T20I scheduled for today
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's ODI Team Rankings | 1st | Australia holds the top spot globally. |
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | 1st | Australia leads the rankings. |
What we'll be watching
- 2026-09-17 — Bangladesh vs China [T20I], Asian Games 2026, Korogi Athletic Park, Aichi, Japan
- 2026-09-17 — Pakistan vs Thailand [T20I], Asian Games 2026, Korogi Athletic Park, Aichi, Japan
- 2026-09-17 — Zimbabwe vs South Africa [T20I], Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women T20I Series, Queen's Sports Club, Bulawayo
- 2026-09-18 — India vs Japan [T20I], Asian Games 2026, Korogi Athletic Park, Aichi, Japan
- 2026-09-18 — Sri Lanka vs Malaysia [T20I], Asian Games 2026, Korogi Athletic Park, Aichi, Japan
- 2026-09-19 — Zimbabwe vs South Africa [T20I], Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women T20I Series, Queen's Sports Club, Bulawayo
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