Women’s Asia Cup

The Women’s Asia Cup has grown into one of Asia’s most important cricket tournaments, shaping the competitive identity of women’s cricket across the region. First played in 2004, it began as a WODI event before shifting to the T20I format in 2012 to align with global trends. India dominated the early years, while Bangladesh and Sri Lanka later produced breakthrough wins that signalled the rising depth of the women’s game. Across formats, the event consistently delivered high pressure contests, strong regional rivalries and a steady increase in fan engagement, broadcast reach and interest in key fixtures.

Past Women's Asia Cup Editions

Women's Twenty20 International (WT20I)

• Women's Asia Cup 2026 (United Arab Emirates)

  The tenth edition was staged entirely at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with eight teams split into two groups of four playing 15 matches across the group stage, two semi-finals and a final. India beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final (183/5 to 111) to reclaim the title after the 2024 defeat to the same opponent, taking their overall count to eight titles across the ODI and T20I eras. This was the first time the tournament was hosted in the UAE, replacing the rotating-host pattern of earlier editions with a single fixed venue, and Indonesia made their Women's Asia Cup debut as the eighth participating side.

  The presentation ceremony itself became part of the edition's story: India did not attend it or collect the trophy, medals or individual awards, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India citing the ceremony being led by Asian Cricket Council president Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as Pakistan's interior minister, a repeat of the same standoff at the 2025 Men's Asia Cup final.

• Women's Asia Cup 2024 (Sri Lanka)

  The ninth edition was staged entirely at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, with 15 matches played across a league phase, semi-finals and the final. Sri Lanka defeated India by eight wickets to secure their first Women's Asia Cup title, powered by Chamari Athapaththu's outstanding run tally of 243 from five games. The single-venue setup ensured smooth scheduling and strong broadcast consistency, and the India-Sri Lanka final became a landmark moment in the tournament's history.

  This edition also highlighted Sri Lanka's rapid rise in the T20 format, ending India's long-standing dominance in the competition. The tournament's compact structure and prime fixtures helped maintain high engagement across South Asia, with the knockout matches providing a fitting climax to the event.

• Women's Asia Cup 2022 (Bangladesh)

  Held in Sylhet in October 2022, the tournament featured seven teams in a round-robin format followed by knockouts. India defeated Sri Lanka by eight wickets in the final after chasing a target of 65, with Jemimah Rodrigues finishing as the top run scorer. The event marked a return to full-scale operations and delivered steady viewership across both television and streaming platforms.

  The 2022 edition also benefited from improved digital coverage, with fans following the action across the tournament. Bangladesh's hosting created a lively atmosphere, and the event helped re-establish the Asia Cup's rhythm after the COVID-19 disruptions.

• Women's Asia Cup 2018 (Malaysia)

  The 2018 tournament in Kuala Lumpur ran from June 3 to 10 and produced one of the most memorable outcomes in Asia Cup history. Bangladesh defeated India by three wickets in a tense final to claim their first title, breaking India's long streak of regional dominance. The six-team league format ensured regular high-stakes matches and kept the tournament competitive throughout.

  Bangladesh's triumph significantly boosted the profile of women's cricket in the country, inspiring increased investment and fan interest. The final's nail-biting finish also drew strong regional attention, with the closing overs delivering a memorable conclusion to the tournament.

• Women's Asia Cup 2016 (Thailand)

  Thailand hosted the event from November 27 to December 4, 2016, featuring six teams in a league format followed by a final. India defeated Pakistan by 17 runs to secure another WT20I title, maintaining their stronghold in the early T20 era. The tournament's staging in Thailand reflected the ACC's push to expand cricket into emerging markets.

  This edition brought women's cricket to new audiences in Thailand, helping broaden the sport's regional footprint. The tournament also highlighted the growing appeal of the T20 format, with closely contested matches keeping fans engaged throughout the competition.

• Women's Asia Cup 2012 (China)

  The first WT20I edition was held in Guangzhou from October 24 to 31, 2012. India beat Pakistan by 18 runs in the final to claim the maiden T20 Asia Cup crown. The round-robin structure followed by a final kept the schedule simple and allowed teams to adapt to the new format.

  Hosting the event in China showcased the ACC's ambition to widen cricket's geographic reach. The shift to T20Is aligned the Asia Cup with the shorter format's growing international presence and created a new chapter in the tournament's history.

Women's One Day International (WODI)

• Women's Asia Cup 2008 (Sri Lanka)

  The fourth WODI edition took place in Sri Lanka in May 2008. India defeated Sri Lanka by 177 runs in the final, completing a sweep of all ODI Asia Cups before the format change. The league-plus-final structure remained consistent, and India's dominance highlighted their depth in the 50-over format. This edition marked the end of the tournament's ODI era, paving the way for the T20 shift that would redefine the event's pace and format.

• Women's Asia Cup 2006 (India)

  Hosted in Jaipur in December 2006, the third Women's Asia Cup followed a familiar pattern with India and Sri Lanka meeting in the final. India won by eight wickets, continuing their strong run in the WODI format. The event saw steady improvements in organization and crowd turnout as women's cricket gained more visibility. The tournament maintained a straightforward league structure, and India's consistency reinforced their status as the region's leading side during the mid-2000s.

• Women's Asia Cup 2005-2006 (Pakistan)

  The second edition was staged in Karachi from December 2005 to January 2006 and featured Pakistan for the first time. India defeated Sri Lanka by 97 runs in the final, extending their early dominance. The league format remained simple, and the event helped expand the regional footprint of women's cricket. Pakistan's entry added a new competitive dimension, and the tournament contributed to growing interest in women's cricket within the country.

• Women's Asia Cup 2004 (Sri Lanka)

  The inaugural Women's Asia Cup was held in Sri Lanka in April 2004 as a five-match WODI series between India and Sri Lanka. India won all five matches to claim the first title, establishing early control in the region. The simple bilateral structure laid the foundation for what would become one of Asia's most important women's cricket events. This first edition set the tone for future growth, demonstrating the potential for a structured women's tournament in Asia and encouraging broader participation in subsequent years.

* Until 2008 the cup was played as WODI before changing to WT20I