The ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 Match No. 6, held on Sunday, February 15, featured a thrilling clash between India A and Pakistan A. In this exciting encounter at Bangkok's Terdthai Cricket Ground, India A claimed a remarkable victory by 8 wickets. Pakistan A gave India A a target of 94 runs, which was effortlessly chased down in just 10.1 overs.
India is now gearing up to face Nepal in their final group match on February 17. Notably, India's campaign under Radha Yadav's leadership didn't start well; they faced a 7-wicket loss against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in their opening showdown. On the flip side, Pakistan A kicked off with a win, defeating Nepal by an impressive 30-run margin.
During the chase against Pakistan A, India's innings got off to a rocky start with the loss of Humaira Kaji on the first ball, caught by Neha Sharmin off Waheeda Akhtar's delivery. However, Vrinda Dinesh and Anushka Sharma executed a commendable 79-run partnership for the second wicket, steering India close to victory. Anushka's swift innings included 24 runs off 26 balls, peppered with four boundaries, before being dismissed by Momina Riyaz. Meanwhile, the dynamic Vrinda Dinesh delivered a powerful performance, blasting an unbeaten 55 runs off just 29 balls, inclusive of 12 boundaries. Tejal Hasabnis was also commendable with her undefeated contribution of 12 runs.
Pakistan's Batting Performance:
Opting to bat after winning the toss, the Pakistani team gathered 93 runs in 18.5 overs. Their innings witnessed early wickets falling, but Shawaal Zulfiqar, Gul Rukh, and Anosha Nasir managed to hit double digits. Shawaal Zulfiqar's innings was highlighted by 23 runs off 29 balls, including three fours. Gul Rukh impressively secured 21 runs from 28 balls, aided by a six and a four, while Anosha Nasir maintained a strike rate of 100 to score 17 runs, featuring two boundaries. The Indian bowling attack showed prowess with Radha Yadav, Prema Rawat, and Saima Thakor each grabbing two wickets, while Jintimani Kalita and Minnu Mani each claimed one.
India A's Playing XI:
Humaira Kaji, Vrinda Dinesh, Tejal Hasabnis, Anushka Sharma, Radha Yadav (Captain), Mamta Madiwala (Wicketkeeper), Tanuja Kanwar, Prema Rawat, Minnu Mani, Saima Thakor, and Jintimani Kalita.
Pakistan A's Playing XI:
Yusra Amir (Wicketkeeper), Shawaal Zulfiqar, Huraena Sajjad, Hafa Khalid (Captain), Omaima Sohail, Gul Rukh, Iman Nasir, Waheeda Akhtar, Anosha Nasir, Momina Riyaz, and Neha Sharmin.
Placed in Group A, India A is joined by Pakistan A, Nepal, and the United Arab Emirates. Group B includes Thailand, Malaysia, Bangladesh A, and Sri Lanka A. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semifinals scheduled for February 20, with the title clash set for February 22.
India A Full Squad for Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars:
Humaira Kaji, Vrinda Dinesh, Tejal Hasabnis, Anushka Sharma, Radha Yadav (Captain), Minnu Mani, Mamta Madiwala (Wicketkeeper), Tanuja Kanwar, Prema Rawat, Saima Thakor, Nandini Kashyap, Sonia Mendhiya, Jintimani Kalita, Nandini Sharma, and Diya Yadav.
Pakistan A Full Squad for Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars:
Yusra Amir (Wicketkeeper), Shawaal Zulfiqar, Huraena Sajjad, Hafa Khalid (Captain), Gul Rukh, Noreen Yaqub, Waheeda Akhtar, Iman Nasir, Omaima Sohail, Anosha Nasir, Momina Riyaz, Saeeda Masuma Zehra, Umm-e-Hani, Lubna Behram, Komal Khan, and Neha Sharmin.
