The Asian Cricket Council has officially unveiled the schedule for the 2026 Women's Asia Cup, confirming that the highly anticipated match between India and Pakistan will take place on September 5. The tournament, which marks the sixth edition to be held in the T20 format, is scheduled to run from August 28 to September 13.
All matches throughout the tournament are set to be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium under lights. The competition begins on August 28 with an opening match between Thailand and Hong Kong.
For the tournament, the eight participating nations have been divided into two groups. Group A consists of India, Pakistan, Thailand, Hong Kong, and China. Group B features Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the UAE, and Indonesia. Following the group stage, the top two teams from each group will advance to the semifinals, leading up to the final on September 13.
