Dubai: India will be aiming to continue their dominance and claim a record-extending eighth title as they face defending champions Sri Lanka in the grand final of the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 on Sunday, 13 September, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai.
The match is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM IST, with the prestigious Asia Cup title at stake in a highly anticipated rematch of the previous edition’s final. Both teams have remained undefeated throughout the tournament, setting the stage for a thrilling final.
India stormed into the final for a record 10th consecutive time after finishing at the top of Group A with six points. They produced a dominant display against arch-rivals Pakistan, bowling them out for their lowest-ever total in T20 cricket, before comfortably securing a convincing semi-final victory over Bangladesh.
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka marched into the final for the third consecutive time after a spirited and hard-fought victory over Pakistan in the semi-final. The tournament has clearly highlighted the dominance of bowling, particularly spin, over batting. Both finalists have showcased impressive bowling performances throughout the competition, with India’s spinners claiming 26 wickets in four matches, while Sri Lanka’s bowling attack has taken 25 wickets across their four games.
India’s spin attack is led by Deepti Sharma, with the spin trio of Shree Charani, India’s leading T20I wicket-taker in 2026, and impressive leg-spinner Prema Rawat adding further variety and depth. Deepti is now the leading wicket-taker in T20Is, with 179 wickets in 153 matches. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu and Deepti Sharma are the joint-leading wicket-takers in the tournament, with 11 wickets each.
Amid the dominance of bowling, India’s batting has been spearheaded by young star Shafali Verma, who has been outstanding with the bat. She is the tournament’s leading run-scorer, having amassed 168 runs at an impressive strike rate of 169.69 and an average of 42.00. Meanwhile, Smriti Mandhana produced a record-breaking century against Hong Kong. The left-handed batter smashed 124 off 64 balls — her highest score in T20Is — and surpassed compatriot Mithali Raj as the highest run-scorer in women’s international cricket. She has scored 154 runs at an average of 38.50, striking at an impressive 171.11. India have, however, struggled in the middle order and have heavily relied on their two-star batters to provide the bulk of the runs. On the other hand, Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu has impressed with her all-round brilliance. Harshitha Samarawickrama and Nilakshika Silva have been Sri Lanka’s leading batters in the tournament, scoring 89 and 86 runs, respectively. Both Samarawickrama and Nilakshika Silva have provided stability and solidly anchored Sri Lanka’s middle order. The final clash is a rematch of the Asia Cup final in 2024, where Sri Lanka won the title after successfully chasing down 166 with eight wickets in hand in Dambulla.
India have dominated the head-to-head record against Sri Lanka in T20Is, with 25 wins in 31 matches, while Sri Lanka have won only five times, with one game ending in no result.
INDIAN SQUAD
IND-W Squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Deepti Sharma, Shafali Verma, Richa Ghosh (WK), Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Bharti Fulmali, Nandani Sharma, Pratika Rawal, Kranti Gaud, N Shree Charani, Gunalan Kamalini, Prema Rawat.
INDIAN PREDICTED XI
IND-W Predicted XI: Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Bharti Fulmali, Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Prema Rawat, Shree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Nandani Sharma.
SRI LANKA SQUAD
Sri Lanka-W Squad: Chamari Athapaththu (C), Harshitha Samarawickrama (VC), Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Hasini Perera, Sugandika Kumari, Imesha Dulani, Kawya Kavindi, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Sanjana Kavindi, Nimasha Meepage, Aluth Gedara Chethana Vimukthi, Hewa Munasinghalage Chamudi Praboda, Mithali Ayodhya Bandara.
SRI LANKA PREDICTED XI
SL-W Predicted XI: Imesha Dulani, Chamari Athapaththu (C), Sanjana Kavindi, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Hasini Perera, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Sugandika Kumari, Chamudi Praboda, Mithali Ayodhya.
WEATHER & PITCH REPORT
The weather in Dubai is expected to be hot, dry, and mostly clear. There is very little chance of rain, so the match is unlikely to be affected by weather conditions. The evening should provide good conditions for cricket, although the heat and humidity may still make things challenging for the players. Overall, fans can expect a full and uninterrupted match.
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium is expected to offer a balanced pitch for the India vs Sri Lanka Women’s T20 Asia Cup final. The surface could be slightly slow, allowing spinners and bowlers who vary their pace to make an impact. Batters are likely to find it easier to score once they settle in, while the conditions may become more challenging as the match progresses.
Overall, the pitch should provide an exciting and competitive contest between bat and ball. India will look to extend their dominance and secure an eighth title, while defending champions Sri Lanka will aim to retain their crown. With both teams unbeaten in the tournament, the stage is set for a thrilling final clash.
WHERE TO WATCH INDIA VS SRI LANKA ASIA CUP 2026 FINAL ?
Fans can watch India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2026 Final on SonyLiv App & Sony Sports Network.
