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SL-W vs PAK-W match
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The gist
Pakistan and Sri Lanka meet in the Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026 second semi-final in Dubai.
The winner faces India in the final, with Sri Lanka defending the title and.
Background
The Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026 is being held in Dubai, and this is the second semi-final of the tournament. It is the third consecutive Asia Cup semi-final between these two sides, after meetings in 2022 and 2024. Sri Lanka are the defending champions and are aiming for a third straight final, while Pakistan are trying to reach their first final since 2016 and win a maiden title.
How it unfolded
- Sep 6, 2026Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh in Dubai, with Harshitha Samarawickrama scoring 48 to take her team home.
- Sep 9, 2026India beat Pakistan by 68 balls to spare in a group-stage match in Dubai.
- Sep 11, 2026Pakistan and Sri Lanka play the second semi-final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, starting 8:00 PM IST with the toss at 7:30 PM IST.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- The key battle is Pakistan captain Fatima Sana with the new ball against Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu, a contest that has been closely balanced in WT20Is.
- Support
- Pakistan are seeking revenge and a full-circle moment, aiming for their first final since 2016.
- Support
- Sri Lanka are eyeing another Asia Cup final as they look to defend their title.