Women’s Asia Cup 2026 is set to bring together eight teams for the 10th edition of the tournament and will be played in the T20I format. It takes place in the United Arab Emirates from August 28 to September 13, with all matches scheduled at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
The eight teams have been divided into two groups. Group A features India, Pakistan, Thailand and Hong Kong, while defending champions Sri Lanka will compete in Group B alongside Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates and Indonesia.
Group A: India, Pakistan, Thailand and Hong Kong
India Women
India enter the tournament with a strong squad led by Harmanpreet Kaur, with Smriti Mandhana serving as vice-captain.
Squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Shafali Verma, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Gunalan Kamalini (wk), Arundhati Reddy, Prema Rawat, Radha Yadav, Sree Charani, Renuka Singh Thakur, Nandni Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Pratika Rawal.
Pakistan Women
Pakistan will be led by Fatima Sana, with a balanced squad featuring experienced players and emerging talents.
Squad: Fatima Sana (c), Ayesha Zafar, Eman Naseer, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza, Momina Riasat, Muneeba Ali Siddiqui (wk), Sadaf Shamas, Nashra Sundhu, Sadia Iqbal, Saira Jabeen, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani, Waheeda Akhtar.
Thailand Women
Thailand will be captained by Naruemol Chaiwai, with wicketkeeper Nannapat Koncharoenkai also among the key players.
Squad: Naruemol Chaiwai (c), Nannapat Koncharoenkai (wk), Natthakan Chantham, Chanida Sutthiruang, Suleeporn Laomi, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Thipatcha Putthawong, Phannita Maya, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Chayanisa Phengpaen, Nannaphat Chaihan, Koranit Suwanchonrathi, Thanrada Seesawan, Naomi Hamilton.
Hong Kong Women
Natasha Miles will lead Hong Kong in Group A.
Squad: Natasha Miles (c), Maryam Bibi (vc), Chan Ka Ying, Chan Sau Ha, Chan Shing Yan Dorothea, Iqra Sahar, Joyleen Kaur, Mahekdeep Kaur, Mariko Hill, Marina Lamplough, Ruchitha Venkatesh, Shanzeen Shahzad (wk), Siu Mei Wai, Wong Wing Kiu Hailey, Yasmin Daswani.
Group B: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, UAE and Indonesia
Sri Lanka Women
Defending champions Sri Lanka will be led by experienced captain Chamari Athapaththu. They will look to defend their title against a strong field.
Squad: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Mithali Ayodhya, Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kawya Kavindi, Sanjana Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Hasini Perera, Chamudi Praboda, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshika Silva, Dewmi Vihanga, Chethana Vimukthi.
Bangladesh Women
Nigar Sultana Joty will captain Bangladesh, with Nahida Akter serving as vice captain.
Squad: Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter (vc), Dilara Akter, Juairiya Ferdous, Sharmin Akter Supta, Sarmin Sultana, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Sultana Khatun, Shanjida Akther Maghla, Fariha Islam Trisna.
United Arab Emirates Women
The hosts will be led by Esha Oza. Playing at home gives the UAE an opportunity to test themselves against some of Asia’s strongest teams.
Squad: Esha Oza (c), Archara Supriya, Heena Hotchandani, Indhuja Nandakumar, Janani Thirukkumaran, Lavanya Keny, Mehul Kulkarni, Rinitha Rajith, Samaira Dharnidharka, Siya Gokhale, Sashikala Silva, Suraksha Kotte, Theertha Satish (wk), Uttara Iyer, Vaishnave Mahesh.
Indonesia Women
Indonesia will be captained by Ni Putu Ayu Nanda Sakarini.
Squad: Nanda Sakarini (c), Kadek Winda Prastini, Rahmawati Pangestuti, Wesika Ratna Dewi, Rada Rani, Desi Wulandari, Putri Suwandewi, Kisi Salisa Kasse, Sang Maypriani, Ni Kadek Ariani, Derni Bangi, Dara Agung Laksmi, Lie Qiao, Maria Corazon Wombaki, Sofia Velic.
What to Expect From the Tournament
The Women’s Asia Cup 2026 squads feature a mix of established international stars, experienced campaigners and emerging players. India and Pakistan headline Group A, while Sri Lanka’s presence in Group B adds significant experience as the defending champions.
The Women’s Asia Cup players list also highlights the continued growth of women’s cricket across Asia, with teams such as Thailand, Hong Kong, UAE and Indonesia gaining valuable exposure against stronger opposition.
With all eight Women’s Asia Cup 2026 teams competing in Dubai, the tournament promises two weeks of competitive T20 cricket and another important step in the development of women’s cricket across the continent.
