The semi-final 2 clash between Bangladesh A Women and Pakistan A Women in the ACC Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 showcased a dominant all-around performance by Bangladesh A.
Bangladesh A won by 54 runs and advanced to the final, where they will face India A Women.
Batting first, Bangladesh A scored 110/8 in 20 overs, then bowled out Pakistan A for 56 in 16.4 overs to win the match.
Below is the complete match summary, key performances, and turning points from the semi-final 2.
Bangladesh A Women vs Pakistan A Women – Semi Final 2 Summary
Bangladesh A Women defeated Pakistan A Women by 54 runs in Semi Final 2 of the ACC Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| 1st Innings | Bangladesh A Women – 110/8 (20 overs) |
| 2nd Innings | Pakistan A Women – 56 all out (16.4 overs) |
| Result | Bangladesh A Women won by 54 runs |
| Player of the Match | Fahima Khatun |
| Venue | Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangkok |
| Tournament Stage | Semi Final 2 |
Bangladesh A Women – 1st Innings Highlights
Bangladesh A Women got off to a solid start, though wickets fell at intervals. Shamima Sultana (13 off 13) and Sanjana Kavindi (12 off 23) provided initial resistance before the middle order rebuilt.
Sharmin Sultana contributed 15 off 20, and Fahima Khatun (c) anchored the innings with an unbeaten 40 off 32 balls, striking five boundaries.
Farjana Easmin (6 off 5) and Sadia Akter (8 off 10) helped accelerate the score toward 110/8 in 20 overs, giving Bangladesh A a defendable total.
Key Contributions
| Category | Player | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Best Batsman | Fahima Khatun | 40* (32 balls, 5×4, 0×6) |
| Best Bowler | Hafsa Khalid | 2/25 (4 overs) |
Pakistan A Women – 2nd Innings Highlights
Chasing 111, Pakistan A Women struggled from the outset. Eman Naseer (4 off 12) and Shawaal Zulfiqar (14 off 17) fell early, giving Bangladesh A immediate control.
Bas de Leede’s efforts were limited, while wickets kept falling at regular intervals. Hafsa Khalid, Sanjida Akter Meghla (3/6 in 3.4 overs), Fahima Khatun, and Fatema Jahan Sonia (1/11 in 4 overs) dismantled the batting lineup.
Pakistan A Women were bowled out for 56 in 16.4 overs, giving Bangladesh A a convincing 54-run win.
Key Contributions
| Category | Player | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Best Batsman | Shawaal Zulfiqar | 14 (17 balls) |
| Best Bowler | Sanjida Akter Meghla | 3/6 (3.4 overs) |
Key Moments & Turning Points
Early breakthroughs by Fahima Khatun and Sanjida Akter Meghla broke Pakistan A’s top order, giving Bangladesh A control of the semi-final from the start.
Bangladesh A maintained relentless pressure with tight bowling and sharp fielding, including crucial run-outs of Gull Rukh and Hafsa Khalid, which further stalled the chase.
The middle and lower orders of Pakistan A collapsed under the sustained attack, leaving them never able to threaten Bangladesh A’s total. The disciplined performance ensured a comprehensive 54-run victory and a place in the final.
Standout Performance
Fahima Khatun’s all-round display was pivotal, scoring an unbeaten 40 and taking 2 crucial wickets to give Bangladesh A control of the game.
Sanjida Akter Meghla starred with the ball, claiming 3/6 while keeping a tight economy, constantly troubling Pakistan A’s batters.
Together, their contributions ensured Bangladesh A dominated in every department, both with bat and ball, leaving Pakistan A unable to recover.
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Conclusion: Bangladesh A Women Advance To The Final
Bangladesh A Women delivered a professional and clinical performance, defeating Pakistan A Women by 54 runs in the semi-final.
Their disciplined bowling, led by Fahima Khatun and Sanjida Akter Meghla, along with steady batting contributions, ensured they never lost control of the match.
This comprehensive victory makes Bangladesh A Women strong contenders for the ACC Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 final against India A Women.
