High-Stakes Knockout Battle in Dubai: Reigning champions Sri Lanka Women clash with Group A runners-up Pakistan Women in Semi-Final 2 of the DP World Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium! With the final berth in Sunday's title decider up for grabs, stream every powerplay boundary, key wicket, and live scorecard directly on [[/channel/willow-sports-live-cricket-tv/:Willow by Cricbuzz]] via TrillerTV.
High-Stakes Semi-Final Clash
Semi-Final 2 presents a thrilling knockout showdown under the Dubai floodlights as defending champions Sri Lanka look to reach back-to-back Asia Cup finals, while a dangerous Pakistan side aims to storm the championship match.
For Sri Lanka Women, captained by legendary all-rounder Chamari Athapaththu, establishing high-tempo powerplay scoring and controlling middle-overs run rates are top priorities. Backed by key match-winners-including vice-captain Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kavisha Dilhari, Hasini Perera, and left-arm spinner Sugandika Kumari-Sri Lanka bring proven big-match temperament to Dubai.
For Pakistan Women, led by dynamic all-rounder [[/fighter/fatima-sana/41404/:Fatima Sana]], capitalizing on new-ball momentum and spin squeezes is essential. Coming off a dominant qualification victory powered by left-arm spinner Nashra Sundhu's brilliant maiden six-wicket haul (6/15 vs Hong Kong), Pakistan bring deep bowling form alongside key contributors-including Muneeba Ali, Ayesha Zafar, Gull Feroza, Sadia Iqbal, and Tuba Hassan.
Squads & Key Players
Sri Lanka Women Squad
Core Lineup / Key Performers: Chamari Athapaththu (C), Harshitha Samarawickrama (VC), Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Nilakshi de Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Sugandika Kumari, Dewmi Vihanga, Kaushini Nuthyangana (wk), Sanjana Kavindi, Chamudi Praboda
Tactical Focus: Rapid powerplay boundary clearing from Chamari Athapaththu and Vishmi Gunaratne, middle-overs spin squeezes led by Kavisha Dilhari and Sugandika Kumari, and disciplined fielding.
Pakistan Women Squad
Core Lineup / Key Performers: [[/fighter/fatima-sana/41404/:Fatima Sana]] (C), Muneeba Ali (wk), Ayesha Zafar, Gull Feroza, Nashra Sundhu, Sadia Iqbal, Tuba Hassan, Aliya Riaz, Eyman Fatima, Saira Jabeen, Waheeda Akhtar, Umm-e-Hani, Sadaf Shamas
Tactical Focus: Aggressive top-order run accumulation through Muneeba Ali, lethal left-arm spin traps via Nashra Sundhu and Sadia Iqbal, and tactical pace variations in the death overs.
Pitch & Weather: Dubai International Cricket Stadium features a firm, true batting surface with reliable carry under floodlights. Second-innings dew can make gripping the ball challenging, making the toss strategically crucial. Clear, warm evening weather expected.
