DP World Asia Cup Rising Stars Women's 2026, Match 4: Bangladesh A vs Sri Lanka A
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DP World Asia Cup Rising Stars Women's 2026, Match 4: Bangladesh A vs Sri Lanka A
Get ready for a clash of subcontinental neighbors as Bangladesh A takes on Sri Lanka A in a crucial Match 4 of the DP World Asia Cup Rising Stars Women's 2026!
Taking place on February 14 at the Terdthai Cricket Ground in Bangkok, this Group B encounter is a rematch of the 2023 semifinal. With both teams boasting senior international experience in their "A" squads, this match will likely determine who takes the top spot in the group. Catch all the action live on Willow by Cricbuzz.
Head-to-Head: The Emerging Rivalry Sri Lanka A has recently held the upper hand in "A" team encounters, but Bangladesh's senior side has been incredibly resilient, often turning these matches into final-over thrillers.
Nov 19, 2025 (Rising Stars 2025): Sri Lanka A won by 6 runs (A high-pressure defense in Doha).
June 20, 2023 (Emerging Asia Cup SF): Bangladesh A won by 31 runs (India A won the final against Bangladesh).
Oct 20, 2025 (ODI WC): Bangladesh Women won by 1 run (A senior-level heartstopper).
Team Form & Recent Results Bangladesh A (W-W-L-L-W) The "Tigresses" are riding high on tactical discipline. Many of these players were part of the senior squad that pushed elite teams to the brink in late 2025, and they are hungry to go one step further than their 2023 runner-up finish.
Selection: Led by veteran Fahima Khatun, the squad features speedster Fariha Trisna and finisher Lata Mondal.
Recent: Many squad members featured in the 1-run thriller win over Sri Lanka in late 2025.
Status: Runners-up in the inaugural 2023 edition.
Sri Lanka A (W-L-L-W-W) Sri Lanka A has assembled a "shadow senior" side, with seven players holding full international caps. They recently showed their quality by winning a high-stakes series in Doha.
Last Match: Defeated Bangladesh A by 6 runs (Nov 2025).
Selection: Captained by veteran keeper-batter Anushka Sanjeewani, supported by all-rounder Ama Kanchana.
Recent: Reached the semifinals in the 2023 edition before being washed out.
Players in Focus Fahima Khatun (Bangladesh A): The captain and leg-spinning wizard. Her experience in over 100 internationals makes her the most tactical leader in Group B.
Anushka Sanjeewani (Sri Lanka A): The skipper and anchor. Her composure behind the stumps and ability to stabilize the middle order will be vital against Bangladesh's spin trap.
Fariha Trisna (Bangladesh A): The left-arm pace sensation. Known for her hat-trick heroics, she is the primary threat to Sri Lanka's top order in the powerplay.
Malsha Shehani (Sri Lanka A): A dynamic all-rounder who can change the game with both bat and ball. Her recent form in domestic T20s makes her the X-factor in Bangkok.