Bangladesh A Women produced a commanding all-round performance to defeat Pakistan A Women by 54 runs in the second semi-final of the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026, sealing their place in the summit clash.
Batting first, Bangladesh A Women managed to post 110/8, a total that initially appeared modest but proved more than enough on a surface offering assistance to the bowlers.
The innings got off to a cautious start, with opener Ishma Tanjim contributing 12 runs, while Shamima Sultana added 13. However, Bangladesh struggled to maintain partnerships as wickets fell at regular intervals. The middle order failed to capitalize, with most batters dismissed for single-digit scores.
In the midst of the collapse, captain Fahima Khatun stood tall, anchoring the innings with a composed and crucial 40 not out, guiding her side past the 100-run mark. Her knock proved decisive in giving Bangladesh A a fighting total.
Pakistan A’s bowling effort was led by Hafsa Khalid, who picked up two wickets, while Waheeda Akhtar, Momina Riasat, Anosha Nasir, and Omaima Sohail chipped in with a wicket each to restrict Bangladesh A from accelerating further.
In reply, Pakistan A Women never found their footing in the chase. The batting unit faltered early, losing wickets inside the powerplay and falling well behind the required rate. Opener Eman Naseer was dismissed for 4, while Shawaal Zulfiqar managed 14 runs before departing.
Brief resistance came from Yusra Amir (11) and skipper Hafsa Khalid (12), but the lack of partnerships continued to haunt Pakistan A. The remainder of the batting lineup failed to contribute meaningfully, with most batters dismissed for single digits.
Bangladesh A’s bowling attack was relentless. Sanjida Akter Meghla delivered a match-winning spell, scalping three wickets, while captain Fahima Khatun backed up her batting heroics with two wickets, underlining her all-round impact. Pakistan A were eventually bundled out for just 56 runs, handing Bangladesh A a comprehensive victory.
With this emphatic performance, Bangladesh A Women advance to the final, where they will take on India A Women in what promises to be an exciting conclusion to the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament.
