The Women’s Asia Cup 2026 gets under way on August 28 in Dubai, so there is no live points table yet. All eight teams begin level on zero points, with the table taking shape only once the group stage starts.
Until then, the clearest guide to form is the last edition. In 2024, Sri Lanka and India topped their groups unbeaten before Sri Lanka won their maiden title, and much of this year’s field carries that record into the tournament.
In this article, we cover the pre-season table, the 2024 standings, each team’s last-edition form, the points system, and qualification.
Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Points Table & Updated Standings
The Women’s Asia Cup 2026 points table shows the latest standings, points, wins, losses and net run rate of all teams. Follow the updated Group A and Group B rankings as the tournament progresses.
Group A Points Table
| Pos | Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India Women | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +4.700 |
| 2 | Thailand Women | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2.200 |
| 3 | Pakistan Women | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 4 | Hong Kong Women | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -0.300 |
Group B Points Table
| Pos | Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sri Lanka Women | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +6.263 |
| 2 | Bangladesh Women | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 3 | Indonesia Women | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 4 | United Arab Emirates Women | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -6.263 |
Women’s Asia Cup 2024 Points Table
The 2024 edition in Sri Lanka used the same two-group format, and its final standings still tell you plenty about the current field. The group tables below show how the last tournament finished.
Group A
| Pos. | Team | P | W | L | NR | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +3.615 | 6 |
| 2 | Pakistan | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +1.102 | 4 |
| 3 | Nepal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | -2.042 | 2 |
| 4 | UAE | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | -2.780 | 0 |
Group B
| Pos | Team | P | W | L | NR | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sri Lanka | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +3.988 | 6 |
| 2 | Bangladesh | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +1.971 | 4 |
| 3 | Thailand | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | -0.858 | 2 |
| 4 | Malaysia | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | -4.667 | 0 |
India and Sri Lanka advanced as group winners, with Pakistan and Bangladesh joining them in the semi-finals. Sri Lanka then beat Pakistan and India to lift the trophy, while Nepal and Malaysia, who featured in 2024, are not part of the 2026 field.
Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Teams: Last Edition Performance
Since the current table is blank, each 2026 team is best understood through its 2024 record. The numbered breakdowns below give every side’s last-edition finish, with a note where a team did not feature.
1. Sri Lanka (SL)
| Position | Points | Record (W-L) | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st, Group B | 6 | 3-0 | +3.988 |
Sri Lanka were the story of 2024, sweeping Group B unbeaten before knocking out Pakistan in the semi-final and beating India in the final for their maiden Women’s Asia Cup title.
Led by Chamari Athapaththu, they combined the tournament’s best group net run rate with knockout composure, and they arrive in Dubai as the side to beat.
2. India (IND)
| Position | Points | Record (W-L) | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st, Group A | 6 | 3-0 | +3.615 |
India were similarly dominant in the group stage, winning all three matches with a healthy net run rate before overcoming Bangladesh in the semi-final.
The 2024 campaign ended in disappointment, though, as they fell to Sri Lanka in the final. Still the most decorated team in the competition, they will want to reclaim top spot this year.
3. Bangladesh (BAN)
| Position | Points | Record (W-L) | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd, Group B | 4 | 2-1 | +1.971 |
Bangladesh finished second in Group B behind Sri Lanka, with two wins from three and a strong net run rate securing a semi-final place.
There, they ran into an in-form India and bowed out. The 2018 champions retain a settled, experienced core and will again fancy their chances of reaching the last four.
4. Pakistan (PAK)
| Position | Points | Record (W-L) | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd, Group A | 4 | 2-1 | +1.102 |
Pakistan came through Group A in second, one place behind India, to reach the semi-finals. Their run ended against Sri Lanka in a tight last-four contest in Dambulla.
Still waiting on a first Asia Cup crown, they return with Fatima Sana restored as captain and will target another deep run out of Group A.
5. Thailand (THA)
| Position | Points | Record (W-L) | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd, Group B | 2 | 1-2 | -0.858 |
Thailand placed third in Group B in 2024, claiming one win from their three matches. They remain one of Asia’s more established associate sides and reached Dubai through the Premier Cup qualifiers.
Drawn in a demanding Group A this time, they will aim to be competitive against the leading teams and build on that experience.
6. UAE (UAE)
| Position | Points | Record (W-L) | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4th, Group A | 0 | 0-3 | -2.780 |
The UAE endured a difficult 2024, losing all three group games to finish bottom of Group A. As hosts in 2026, and armed with home familiarity at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, they will be looking for a marked improvement.
A first Asia Cup win would be a realistic and worthwhile marker of progress.
7. Hong Kong, China (HK)
| Position | Points | Record (W-L) | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Did not participate | Not published | Not published | Not published |
Hong Kong (China) did not feature in the 2024 Women’s Asia Cup, so they carry no last-edition record into this year. They earned their place in 2026 by topping their group in the Premier Cup qualifiers.
This is a clear step up in standard, and simply competing with the established sides would represent solid progress.
8. Indonesia (INA)
| Position | Points | Record (W-L) | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Did not participate | Not published | Not published | Not published |
Indonesia are among the newest names at this level and did not take part in 2024, so they have no prior points-table record here. They qualified through the Premier Cup with a dominant campaign.
Group B will be a stern examination, but reaching Dubai is already a notable milestone for the country’s women’s game.
Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Points System
The group stage uses a standard T20 points model, where results convert to points and net run rate separates teams that finish level. The table below sets out how points are awarded.
| Result | Points Awarded |
|---|---|
| Win | 2 |
| Tie or No Result | 1 |
| Loss | 0 |
When two teams finish on equal points, net run rate is used to decide their order in the group.
Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Tournament Details
The essentials of the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 tournament, from dates to the defending champions, are summarised below for quick reference before the standings begin to fill.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Women’s Asia Cup 2026 |
| Dates | August 28 to September 13, 2026 |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
| Teams | 8 |
| Format | Two groups of four, round-robin, then semi-finals and final |
| Organiser | Asian Cricket Council (ACC) |
| Defending Champions | Sri Lanka |
Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Playoff Qualification Scenario
Qualification is straightforward: the top two from each group reach the semi-finals, with the winners crossing over to face the other group’s runner-up.
The table below maps each league finish to its knockout outcome.
| League Finish | Playoff Stage |
|---|---|
| Winner, Group A | Semi-Final 1 (vs Group B runner-up) |
| Runner-up, Group A | Semi-Final 2 (vs Group B winner) |
| Winner, Group B | Semi-Final 2 (vs Group A runner-up) |
| Runner-up, Group B | Semi-Final 1 (vs Group A winner) |
| Third or fourth in group | Eliminated |
Net Run Rate Analysis
In four-team groups where sides can finish level on points, net run rate often becomes the deciding factor for a semi-final place. The 2024 tables showed how valuable it can be, with India and Sri Lanka not only winning their groups but posting the two highest net run rates in the competition.
For 2026, that lesson matters most in the middle of each group, where a single heavy defeat can undo an otherwise even record. Teams chasing modest totals will look to knock them off quickly, and those batting first will try to post commanding scores, since the margin of victory could ultimately separate a semi-finalist from an early exit.
Conclusion: India And Sri Lanka Have Dominated Previous Points Table!
With the tournament yet to begin, the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 points table is a clean slate, every team on zero and everything still to play for from August 28. The real standings will only take shape once the group stage is underway.
Until then, the 2024 results are the best guide, and they point to Sri Lanka and India as the early benchmarks, with Pakistan and Bangladesh pushing for the semi-finals behind them.
Keep this page handy, because once the first ball is bowled in Dubai, the numbers will start to move quickly.
