• The 2024 edition of the Women's Asia Cup is all set to begin on July 19 in Sri Lanka.

  • The tournament will follow a round-robin format.

Women’s Asia Cup 2024: Date, Match Time, Venue, Broadcast and Live Streaming Details
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The Women’s Asia Cup 2024 is set to commence on July 19 in Sri Lanka, marking an exciting chapter in the tournament’s history. This year’s edition features eight teams, the highest number of participants to date, divided into two groups of four. Group A includes India, Pakistan, UAE and Nepal, while Group B comprises Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Malaysia and Thailand.

Tournament structure and schedule

The tournament will follow a round-robin format within each group, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals. The grand final is scheduled for July 28 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla, which will host all 15 matches.

Group stage dynamics

  • Group A: India, Pakistan, UAE, Nepal
    • India, a dominant force with seven titles, is expected to be a strong contender.
    • Pakistan, with a solid squad, will aim to challenge India’s supremacy.
    • UAE and Nepal will look to make an impact, with Nepal returning to the tournament for the first time since 2016.
  • Group B: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Thailand
    • Sri Lanka, as hosts, will seek to leverage home conditions to their advantage.
    • Bangladesh, the 2018 champions, will aim to replicate their past success.
    • Malaysia and Thailand will strive to showcase their growing cricketing prowess.

Key matches and opening day

The tournament will kick off with a double-header on July 19. The opening match features UAE against Nepal, followed by a high-octane clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan. These matches will set the tone for an intense competition, with fans eagerly awaiting the outcome of these initial encounters.

India’s dominance in the Women’s Asia Cup is well-documented, with the team winning seven out of the eight editions held so far. The only exception was in 2018 when Bangladesh clinched a historic victory by defeating India in the final. This year’s expanded format, featuring eight teams, reflects the growing popularity and competitive spirit of women’s cricket in Asia.

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Women’s Asia Cup 2024: Complete Schedule and Fixtures

Group Stage Matches

Friday, 19 July 2024

1st Match, Group A

  • Nepal Women vs. United Arab Emirates Women
  • Time: 2:00 PM IST/Local (8:30 AM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

2nd Match, Group A 

  • India Women vs. Pakistan Women
  • Time: 7:00 PM IST/Local (1:30 PM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

Saturday, 20 July 2024

3rd Match, Group B

  • Malaysia Women vs. Thailand Women
  • Time: 2:00 PM IST/Local (8:30 AM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

4th Match, Group B

  • Sri Lanka Women vs. Bangladesh Women
  • Time: 7:00 PM IST/Local (1:30 PM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

Sunday, 21 July 2024

5th Match, Group A

  • India Women vs. United Arab Emirates Women
  • Time: 2:00 PM IST/Local (8:30 AM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

6th Match, Group A 

  • Nepal Women vs. Pakistan Women
  • Time: 7:00 PM IST/Local (1:30 PM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

Monday, 22 July 2024

7th Match, Group B

  • Sri Lanka Women vs. Malaysia Women
  • Time: 2:00 PM IST/Local (8:30 AM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

8th Match, Group B 

  • Bangladesh Women vs. Thailand Women
  • Time: 7:00 PM IST/Local (1:30 PM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

Tuesday, 23 July 2024

9th Match, Group A

  • Pakistan Women vs. United Arab Emirates Women
  • Time: 2:00 PM IST/Local (8:30 AM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

10th Match, Group A 

  • India Women vs. Nepal Women
  • Time: 7:00 PM IST/Local (1:30 PM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

Wednesday, 24 July 2024

11th Match, Group B

  • Bangladesh Women vs. Malaysia Women
  • Time: 2:00 PM IST/Local (8:30 AM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

12th Match, Group B 

  • Sri Lanka Women vs. Thailand Women
  • Time: 7:00 PM IST/Local (1:30 PM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

Semi-Finals

Friday, 26 July 2024

1st Semi-Final

  • Teams: TBA
  • Time: 2:00 PM IST/Local (8:30 AM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

2nd Semi-Final 

  • Teams: TBA
  • Time: 7:00 PM IST/Local (1:30 PM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

Final

Sunday, 28 July 2024

Final 

  • Teams: TBA
  • Time: 7:00 PM IST/Local (1:30 PM GMT)
  • Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

Broadcast & Live Streaming details:

  • India: Star Sports 3; Disney+Hotstar and DD Sports
  • Sri Lanka: Star Sports 2, Dialog TV
  • Pakistan: PTV

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