Women's Asia Cup 2026 Semi-Finals: India Face Bangladesh, Pakistan Take on Sri Lanka

Bangladesh have booked a semi-final clash against India in the Women's Asia Cup 2026 after defeating the United Arab Emirates by 34 runs in Dubai. The victory completed the tournament's semi-final line-up, with Pakistan set to face defending champions Sri Lanka in the other last-four encounter.

India, who remained unbeaten in the group stage, will take on Bangladesh in the first semi-final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 10. Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in the second semi-final on September 11, with both matches scheduled to begin at 8 pm IST.

Bangladesh sealed their place in the Women's Asia Cup semi-finals after successfully defending a modest total against the UAE. After being sent in to bat, Bangladesh scored 103 for seven in their 20 overs, with Sharmin Akhter emerging as the top scorer with 38 runs.

The Bangladesh bowlers then produced a disciplined performance to restrict the UAE to 69 for nine in 20 overs, securing a 34-run victory. Rabeya Khan led the bowling attack with three wickets, while Marufa Akter and Nahida Akter also made important contributions.

The win helped Bangladesh secure the final semi-final spot after their earlier defeat against Sri Lanka. India finished at the top of Group A, while Sri Lanka topped Group B to set up the two semi-final contests.

Bangladesh now face a major challenge against an in-form Indian team that won all three of its group-stage matches. India have been among the strongest teams in the Women's Asia Cup 2026, producing dominant performances with both bat and ball.

Smriti Mandhana has been one of India's standout performers during the tournament. The Indian batter scored a sensational 124 off 64 balls against Hong Kong, an innings that helped her become the leading run-scorer in women's international cricket.

India also registered a convincing seven-wicket victory over Pakistan after bowling their rivals out for just 55 runs. The strong group-stage performances have made India one of the leading contenders for the Women's Asia Cup title.

Pakistan, meanwhile, secured their place in the semi-finals after defeating Hong Kong by 72 runs. They will now face defending champions Sri Lanka, who have also remained unbeaten in the competition and defeated Bangladesh during the group stage.

With India facing Bangladesh and Pakistan taking on Sri Lanka, the Women's Asia Cup 2026 has entered its crucial knockout stage. If India and Pakistan both win their respective semi-finals, cricket fans could see another India-Pakistan clash in the final on September 13.