ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 schedule sees Pakistan facing India, Thailand, Hong Kong

Dubai will host the ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup from 28 August to 13 September 2026, featuring a tightly contested Group A that includes Pakistan, India, Thailand and Hong Kong‑China. Pakistan’s opening match is set for 1 September against Thailand, a game viewed as a litmus test for the newly reshaped squad.

The second group fixture pits Pakistan against arch‑rival India on 5 September, promising a high‑octane encounter in front of a large expatriate crowd. The final group game, scheduled for 7 September, sees Pakistan take on Hong Kong‑China, a side that has shown rapid improvement in recent years.

Should Pakistan advance, the semi‑finals are booked for 10 and 11 September, with the tournament finale slated for 13 September. Fatima Sana captains a side that blends seasoned campaigners – such as Ayesha Jafar, Iman Nasir and Gul Firoza – with fresh talent like Sadaf Shamas, who was drafted after Najia Alvi’s injury.

The Pakistan Cricket Board hopes the revamped lineup can compete fiercely against the continent’s strongest teams and restore confidence ahead of upcoming bilateral series.