DP World Asia Cup Rising Stars Women's 2026, Match 7: Sri Lanka A vs Malaysia
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DP World Asia Cup Rising Stars Women's 2026, Match 7: Sri Lanka A vs Malaysia
Prepare for a showdown of regional dominance as Sri Lanka A takes on Malaysia in an essential Match 7 of the DP World Asia Cup Rising Stars Women's 2026!
Taking place on February 16 at the Terdthai Cricket Ground in Bangkok, this Group B encounter is a critical test for both sides. Sri Lanka A is looking to leverage their senior international experience to stay at the top of the table, while Malaysia is hunting for a historic breakthrough against a subcontinental "A" side. You can follow every boundary and strategic masterstroke live on Willow by Cricbuzz.
Head-to-Head: Recent Clashes While this is a "Rising Stars" (A-team) tournament, the senior Malaysian team has frequently crossed paths with Sri Lanka's national side. The Lionesses have historically maintained a perfect record, but Malaysia's rapid improvement in Southeast Asia has made these contests increasingly competitive.
July 22, 2024 (Asia Cup): Sri Lanka Women won by 144 runs (Chamari Athapaththu 119*).
Oct 8, 2022 (Asia Cup): Sri Lanka Women won by 72 runs (Malsha Shehani 4/2).
Feb 16, 2026 (Rising Stars): Their first encounter at the 2026 tournament.
Team Form & Recent Results Sri Lanka A (W-L-L-W-W) The Sri Lankan "A" squad is essentially a shadow national team, featuring seven players with full international caps. They arrive in Thailand with the goal of turning their recent "A" team series success in Qatar into continental gold.
Selection: Led by veteran keeper-batter Anushka Sanjeewani, the squad includes experienced all-rounders like Ama Kanchana and Malsha Shehani.
Recent Result: Defeated Bangladesh A by 6 runs in a high-pressure thriller (Nov 2025).
Status: 2023 Semifinalists looking to reach their first final.
Malaysia (L-W-W-W-L) Malaysia enters as the most "battle-hardened" associate side in the group. Known for their gritty defensive style, they have dominated regional Southeast Asian competitions and are looking to translate that into an upset against a Full Member "A" side.
Selection: Captain Mas Elysa leads a veteran-heavy squad featuring Malaysia's all-time top run-scorer and wicket-taker.
Recent Result: Secured a Silver Medal at the late 2025 SEA Games.
Status: Looking to secure their first-ever win against a Sri Lankan representative side.
Players in Focus Anushka Sanjeewani (Sri Lanka A): The captain and primary anchor. Her tactical leadership and consistency behind the stumps make her the foundation of the Sri Lankan strategy.
Mas Elysa (Malaysia): The powerhouse skipper. As Malaysia's all-time top scorer (1,393 runs), her ability to attack the powerplay is their best chance at a competitive total.
Malsha Shehani (Sri Lanka A): A true Malaysia "specialist." She famously took 4/2 against them in 2022 and remains their most dangerous middle-overs threat with her deceptive off-spin.
Mahirah Izzati Ismail (Malaysia): The surgical strike bowler. With 62 T20I wickets at a stunning average of 14.96, she is the weapon Malaysia will use to stifle the Sri Lankan stroke-makers.