The much-anticipated ninth edition of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 is all set to commence in Sri Lanka. This prestigious tournament will feature 15 exciting matches, bringing together full-member teams from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and hosts Sri Lanka, along with Malaysia, UAE, Thailand, and Nepal. Serving as a crucial prelude to the T20 World Cup, scheduled for later this year in Bangladesh, the Women’s Asia Cup promises to be a spectacle of talent and competition.
Match Lineup and Groups
The tournament will kick off with Pakistan facing the defending champions, India, in the second match, setting the stage for intense rivalry and high-stakes cricket. The teams are divided into two groups as follows:
- Group A: Pakistan, India, Nepal, UAE
- Group B: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Thailand
The top two teams from each group will progress to the semi-finals on July 26, with the grand final set to take place on July 28 in the scenic town of Dambulla.
Full Schedule of Matches
Group Stage Matches:
- July 19, Friday
- Group A: UAE vs Nepal, 1:30 PM PST
- Group A: India vs Pakistan, 6:30 PM PST
- July 20, Saturday
- Group B: Malaysia vs Thailand, 1:30 PM PST
- Group B: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 6:30 PM PST
- July 21, Sunday
- Group A: India vs UAE, 1:30 PM PST
- Group A: Pakistan vs Nepal, 6:30 PM PST
- July 22, Monday
- Group B: Sri Lanka vs Malaysia, 1:30 PM PST
- Group B: Bangladesh vs Thailand, 6:30 PM PST
- July 23, Tuesday
- Group A: Pakistan vs UAE, 1:30 PM PST
- Group A: India vs Nepal, 6:30 PM PST
- July 24, Wednesday
- Group B: Bangladesh vs Malaysia, 1:30 PM PST
- Group B: Sri Lanka vs Thailand, 6:30 PM PST
Semi-Finals:
- July 26, Friday
- Semi-final 1, 1:30 PM PST
- Semi-final 2, 6:30 PM PST
Final:
- July 28, Sunday
- Final, 6:30 PM PST
A Precursor to the T20 World Cup
The Women’s Asia Cup 2024 is not just about the thrilling cricket action; it is also a significant preparatory event for the teams ahead of the T20 World Cup. With both tournaments being hosted in the subcontinent, teams will have the opportunity to acclimate to the conditions and refine their strategies, making the Women’s Asia Cup an event to watch for cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
