Women Cricket Asian Games 2026 Semi-Finals: Schedule, Teams, Squads and Final Equation
The Women Cricket Asian Games 2026 semi-finals are now set, with India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh reaching the final four in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The knockout matches will decide which two teams move into the gold-medal match on September 22.
India will face Bangladesh in one semi-final, while Pakistan will meet Sri Lanka in the other. This also opens the door for another India vs Pakistan final, but both teams must first win their semi-final matches.
Women Cricket Asian Games 2026 Semi-Final Schedule
The two semi-finals will be played on September 20, 2026, at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture.
| Match | Teams | Date | Japan Time | Pakistan Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final 1 | Pakistan Women vs Sri Lanka Women | Sep 20 | 9:00 AM | 5:00 AM | Korogi Sports Park |
| Semi-Final 2 | Bangladesh Women vs India Women | Sep 20 | 2:00 PM | 10:00 AM | Korogi Sports Park |
The official Asian Games schedule lists Pakistan vs the winner of the Thailand-Malaysia/Sri Lanka path in the first semi-final and Bangladesh vs the India-Japan path in the second. After the quarter-finals, those places were confirmed as Pakistan vs Sri Lanka and Bangladesh vs India.
The Women Cricket Asian Game 2026 final and bronzemedal match will be played on September 22. The bronze-medal match starts at 9:00 AM Japan time, followed by the final at 2:00 PM.
Which Four Teams Reached the Semi-Finals?
The four teams in the semi-finals are:
- India Women
- Bangladesh Women
- Pakistan Women
- Sri Lanka Women
India defeated Japan by eight wickets in the quarter-final, while Sri Lanka beat Malaysia by 86 runs. Pakistan survived a difficult rain-affected match against Thailand and won by three wickets. Bangladesh reached the semi-final after its quarter-final against China was washed out, with the tournament rules and seeding determining the qualification.
India vs Bangladesh Semi-Final
India will take on Bangladesh in the second semi-final on September 20.
India enter the match after a very strong quarter-final against hosts Japan. Japan were bowled out for just 57, while India chased the target inside five overs after losing two wickets. Shafali Verma scored an unbeaten 40 from only 15 balls, while Sree Charani took four wickets.
India are also the defending Asian Games women’s cricket champions and recently won the Women’s Asia Cup 2026, giving Harmanpreet Kaur’s side strong recent form going into the semi-final.
Bangladesh, however, should not be treated as an easy opponent. Nigar Sultana leads a squad containing several experienced international players, including Nahida Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan and Marufa Akter.
India vs Bangladesh: What Could Happen?
On recent results and squad strength, India appear to have the stronger position on paper, particularly after their dominant win over Japan and Asia Cup title.
But Bangladesh can make the game difficult if its bowlers take early wickets. In a T20 semi-final, a few overs can completely change the match.
The winner will reach the Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket final and play for the gold medal.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Semi-Final
The first semi-final will see Pakistan Women take on Sri Lanka Women.
Pakistan had to work hard to get past Thailand. In a rain-reduced quarter-final, Pakistan eventually won by three wickets, with captain Fatima Sana playing an important role during the chase.
Sri Lanka, meanwhile, produced one of the strongest performances of the quarter-final stage. Chamari Athapaththu and Kavisha Dilhari helped build Sri Lanka’s 86-run win over Malaysia.
Sri Lanka also arrive after reaching the Women’s Asia Cup final earlier this month, where they lost to India. The Asian Games squad includes several players from that campaign, led by Chamari Athapaththu.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Who Has the Edge?
This could be the closer of the two semi-finals.
Sri Lanka have experienced players such as Chamari Athapaththu, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kaveesha Dilhari and Anushka Sanjeewani.
Pakistan have their own match-winners, including Fatima Sana, Muneeba Ali, Aliya Riaz and Nashra Sundhu.
Recent form gives Sri Lanka a strong case, but Pakistan’s bowling and late-order hitting could make this a tight contest.
The winner will meet either India or Bangladesh in the gold-medal match.
Can India vs Pakistan Happen Again in the Final?
Yes. An India vs Pakistan final is possible, but it is not confirmed.
For that to happen: India must beat Bangladesh and Pakistan must beat Sri Lanka If both results happen, India and Pakistan will meet in the Women’s Asian Games 2026 final on September 22. This would give fans another major India, Pakistan women’s cricket match shortly after the two teams featured prominently in the Women’s Asia Cup.
If either India or Pakistan loses in the semi-final, there will be no India vs Pakistan final.
Women Cricket Asian Games 2026 Squads
India Women Squad
India’s 15-player squad is led by Harmanpreet Kaur, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain.
India squad:
Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Smriti Mandhana (vice-captain), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, G. Kamalini, Bharti Fulmali, Sree Charani, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Arundhati Reddy, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav and Nandni Sharma.
Shreyanka Patil was initially included subject to fitness.
Pakistan Women Squad
Pakistan are led by Fatima Sana.
Pakistan squad:
Fatima Sana (captain), Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Eman Naseer, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza, Humna Bilal, Momina Riasat, Muneeba Ali, Nashra Sundhu, Saira Jabeen, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan and Umm-e-Hani.
Sri Lanka Women Squad
Chamari Athapaththu leads Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka squad:
Chamari Athapaththu (captain), Imesha Dulani, Sanjana Kavindi, Hansima Karunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Anushka Sanjeewani, Kaveesha Dilhari, Hasini Perera, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Nimasha Meepage, Sugandika Kumari, Rashmika Sewwandi, Chamudi Praboda, Mithali Ayodhya and Kawya Kavindi.
Notably, Vishmi Gunarathne and Nilakshika Silva are not part of Sri Lanka’s Asian Games squad despite featuring prominently in recent tournaments.
Bangladesh Women Squad
Bangladesh are led by Nigar Sultana Joty.
Bangladesh squad:
Nigar Sultana Joty (captain), Nahida Akter, 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 and Farjana Easmin.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Team List
The women’s cricket tournament features eight teams:
- India
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
- Bangladesh
- Japan
- Malaysia
- Thailand
- China
The competition is being played in the T20 format, with the women’s event running from September 17 to September 22.
Unlike a traditional group-stage tournament, the women’s competition started with quarter-finals. The four seeded sides — India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka — were positioned on opposite sides of the knockout draw.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule and Venue
All women’s cricket matches are being played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, in Japan’s Aichi Prefecture.
The key remaining schedule is:
September 20:
Pakistan Women vs Sri Lanka Women — Semi-Final 1
Bangladesh Women vs India Women — Semi-Final 2
September 22:
Bronze Medal Match
Women’s Cricket Final
The final is scheduled for 2:00 PM Japan time.
Asian Games 2026 Women Cricket Live Broadcasters
For viewers in India, the women’s cricket matches are being shown on Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available through SonyLIV.
In Japan, TBS is broadcasting the women’s cricket competition. Mediacorp has rights in Singapore, while beIN Sports is the broadcaster in the Middle East.
For Pakistan viewers, availability can depend on the broadcaster and platform carrying the Asian Games in the country, so viewers should check the latest local listings before the semi-final.
Asian Games 2026 Women Cricket Tickets
Tickets are available through the official Asian Games ticketing arrangements. The official ticketing guide lists women’s semi-final tickets at 4,000 Japanese yen for standard adult categories, with reduced prices for other categories. The women’s final is listed at 6,000 yen for the standard adult category.
The matches are being played at Korogi Sports Park, where temporary stands were installed for the cricket competition. The venue has previously hosted international cricket events in Japan.
Latest Controversies Around the Teams
The biggest recent controversy connected to the Asian Games semi-finalists came during the Women’s Asia Cup final in Dubai.
India won the Women’s Asia Cup after beating Sri Lanka by 72 runs, but the Indian team did not attend the trophy presentation involving ACC president Mohsin Naqvi. The presentation was delayed, and India did not receive the trophy during the ceremony. India’s head coach Amol Muzumdar said the decision had been taken by the BCCI.
The incident has added another layer to the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry because Naqvi is also Pakistan’s interior minister and PCB chairman. India and Pakistan could now potentially meet again in Japan if they both reach the Asian Games final.
There have also been recent controversies around handshake traditions involving India and opponents during women’s cricket matches. These incidents have received significant attention because of the wider political tension surrounding India-Pakistan cricket.
These issues are separate from the Asian Games cricket competition itself, and the focus now shifts back to the semi-finals and the fight for gold.
Who Can Reach the Women’s Asian Games 2026 Final?
The two semi-finals make the equation simple.
India vs Bangladesh: India have the stronger recent record and enter after an emphatic quarter-final win.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: This match looks more evenly balanced, although Sri Lanka’s recent performances give them plenty of confidence.
So, based purely on recent form and squad strength, India and Sri Lanka look like the two teams with the strongest case to reach the final, but the semi-finals will decide it on the field.
If India and Pakistan both win, the Asian Games will get another huge India vs Pakistan women’s cricket final.
Final Thoughts
The Women Cricket Asian Games 2026 has reached its most important stage. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are now just one victory away from the gold-medal match.
India will face Bangladesh on September 20, while Pakistan will meet Sri Lanka earlier the same day. The two winners will meet in the final on September 22.
The biggest question for fans is whether India and Pakistan can both survive the semi-finals and create another blockbuster final. That possibility is still open, but Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will be looking to stop it.
