The ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 is set to begin in the United Arab Emirates on August 28, with eight teams competing for one of the biggest prizes in Asian women’s cricket. Running until September 13, the 10th edition of the tournament brings together established contenders, ambitious associates and a historic debutant.

The tournament will also break new ground this year. For the first time, every match will be played under floodlights at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, creating a distinctive setting for three weeks of high-pressure T20 cricket.

Two Groups, One route to the Knockouts

The eight participating teams have been divided into two groups of four. Each side will play every other team in its group once, with the top two teams from each section progressing to the semi-finals.

Group A: India, Pakistan, Thailand and Hong Kong
Group B: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates and Indonesia

With only two qualification spots available from each group, even a single defeat could have a major impact on the race for the knockout stages.

Women’s Asia Cup 2026, Complete schedule

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Broadcast and Live Streaming details

• India: Sony Sports Network; SonyLIV
• Pakistan: Tamasha
• United Kingdom: Sony Max UK
• Sri Lanka: TV1

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.