Bangladesh A stormed into the final of the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 after a commanding 54-run victory over Pakistan A in the second semifinal at Terdthai Cricket Ground in Bangkok on Friday. This emphatic win shattered Pakistan’s dreams of reaching the title clash, setting up an exciting showdown with India A on February 22.
Opting to bat first after losing the toss, Bangladesh A endured a shaky start, losing wickets at regular intervals. The innings folded for a modest 110 all out. Captain Fahima Khatun anchored the effort with a brisk 40 off 32 balls, smashing five boundaries. Sharmine Sultana chipped in with 15, and Shamima added 13, but no other batter could build partnerships.
Pakistan’s Hafsa Khalid shone with the ball, claiming 2-25 in her four overs. However, the chase proved disastrous for Pakistan. Tasked with reaching 111, their batting lineup collapsed spectacularly, bowled out for just 56. Only three batters reached double figures, with Shawaal Zulfiqar top-scoring on 14 and Hafsa making 12 off 15 balls.
Bangladesh’s bowlers ran riot. Sanjida Akter Meghla was the star, taking 3-6 in 3.3 overs, while Fahima Khatun grabbed 2-6. This clinical performance propels Bangladesh into the final against India A, led by Radha Yadav, who earlier defeated Sri Lanka in the first semifinal. Cricket fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a fierce Indo-Bangla battle for glory.