The ACC Women’s T20I Premier Cup 2026 runs from 3 to 13 June 2026 in Malaysia, featuring 18 associate nations battling for four direct spots at the 2026 Women’s T20 Asia Cup.
Hosted by the Malaysian Cricket Association, the second edition expands from 16 to 18 teams, adds Japan and Philippines, and packs 38 T20I matches into 11 days.
Defending champions UAE return to defend the trophy. Furthermore, this guide covers every group, fixture, stat, and broadcast detail you actually need.
Tournament At A Glance
Here are the essential details. Specifically, the tournament is a T20I-format qualifier organised by the Asian Cricket Council and runs as a group round-robin plus knockout. Notably, the top four semi-finalists earn 2026 Asia Cup berths.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Edition | 2nd |
| Dates | 3 – 13 June 2026 |
| Host | Malaysia |
| Organiser | Asian Cricket Council (ACC) |
| Format | Twenty20 International (T20I) |
| Structure | Group round-robin + knockouts |
| Teams | 18 |
| Matches | 38 |
| Defending champion | United Arab Emirates |
| Qualification prize | Top 4 → 2026 Women’s T20 Asia Cup |
Participating Teams And Group Composition
All 18 teams split across four groups. Moreover, Groups A and B carry five teams each, while Groups C and D feature four. Additionally, Japan and Philippines make their debut at this event in 2026, replacing the 16-team format used in 2024.
| Groups | Teams |
|---|---|
| Group A | Bahrain, Japan, Mongolia, Myanmar, Thailand |
| Group B | China, Oman, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates |
| Group C | Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Singapore |
| Group D | Bhutan, Hong Kong, Nepal, Qatar |
Format And Qualification Pathway
The qualification stakes are simple. Specifically, the four semi-finalists qualify directly for the 2026 Women’s T20 Asia Cup, per the ACC’s official pathway.
- Group stage: Round-robin within each group, with top sides advancing.
- Quarter-finals: Four QFs on 10 June 2026, two each at 09:30 and 14:00 local time.
- Semi-finals: Two SFs on 12 June 2026 (09:30 and 14:00). Reaching this stage secures Asia Cup qualification.
- Final: Played on 13 June 2026, alongside the 3rd-place playoff.
ACC Women’s T20I Premier Cup 2026 Full Schedule
The ACC Women’s T20I Premier Cup 2026 runs from June 3 to June 13, featuring 40 T20 matches across Kuala Lumpur and surrounding venues.
| Date | Team | Group | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Jun 3 2026 | Malaysia Women vs Kuwait Women | C | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | Malaysia Women won by 9 runs |
| Wed, Jun 3 2026 | Saudi Arabia Women vs UAE Women | B | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | UAE Women won by 10 wkts |
| Wed, Jun 3 2026 | Mongolia Women vs Thailand Women | A | Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur | Thailand Women won by 10 wkts |
| Wed, Jun 3 2026 | Qatar Women vs Nepal Women | D | Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar Oval, Mantin | Nepal Women won by 8 wkts |
| Wed, Jun 3 2026 | Singapore Women vs Indonesia Women | C | Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur | Indonesia Women won by 8 wkts |
| Wed, Jun 3 2026 | Oman Women vs China Women | B | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | Oman Women won by 16 runs |
| Wed, Jun 3 2026 | Bahrain Women vs Myanmar Women | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | Myanmar Women won by 8 wkts |
| Wed, Jun 3 2026 | Hong Kong China Women vs Bhutan Women | D | Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar Oval, Mantin | Hong Kong China Women won by 14 runs |
| Thu, Jun 4 2026 | Nepal Women vs Bhutan Women | D | Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar Oval, Mantin | Nepal Women won by 51 runs |
| Thu, Jun 4 2026 | Oman Women vs UAE Women | B | Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur | UAE Women won by 9 wkts |
| Thu, Jun 4 2026 | Bahrain Women vs Thailand Women | A | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | Thailand Women won by 10 wkts |
| Thu, Jun 4 2026 | Malaysia Women vs Singapore Women | C | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | Malaysia Women won by 40 runs |
| Thu, Jun 4 2026 | Japan Women vs Mongolia Women | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | Japan Women won by 116 runs |
| Thu, Jun 4 2026 | Philippines Women vs Saudi Arabia Women | B | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | Philippines Women won by 133 runs |
| Thu, Jun 4 2026 | Kuwait Women vs Indonesia Women | C | Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur | Indonesia Women won by 10 wkts |
| Thu, Jun 4 2026 | Hong Kong China Women vs Qatar Women | D | Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar Oval, Mantin | Hong Kong China Women won by 83 runs |
| Sat, Jun 6 2026 | Bhutan Women vs Qatar Women | D | Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar Oval, Mantin | — |
| Sat, Jun 6 2026 | Japan Women vs Myanmar Women | A | Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur | — |
| Sat, Jun 6 2026 | China Women vs Philippines Women | B | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | — |
| Sat, Jun 6 2026 | Malaysia Women vs Indonesia Women | C | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | — |
| Sat, Jun 6 2026 | Nepal Women vs Hong Kong China Women | D | Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar Oval, Mantin | — |
| Sat, Jun 6 2026 | Kuwait Women vs Singapore Women | C | Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur | — |
| Sat, Jun 6 2026 | Oman Women vs Saudi Arabia Women | B | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | — |
| Sat, Jun 6 2026 | Bahrain Women vs Mongolia Women | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | — |
| Sun, Jun 7 2026 | Myanmar Women vs Thailand Women | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | — |
| Sun, Jun 7 2026 | China Women vs UAE Women | B | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | — |
| Sun, Jun 7 2026 | Bahrain Women vs Japan Women | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | — |
| Sun, Jun 7 2026 | Oman Women vs Philippines Women | B | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | — |
| Tue, Jun 9 2026 | Japan Women vs Thailand Women | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | — |
| Tue, Jun 9 2026 | Mongolia Women vs Myanmar Women | A | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | — |
| Tue, Jun 9 2026 | China Women vs Saudi Arabia Women | B | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | — |
| Tue, Jun 9 2026 | Philippines Women vs UAE Women | B | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | — |
| Wed, Jun 10 2026 | Quarter Final 1 (TBC) | — | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | TBC |
| Wed, Jun 10 2026 | Quarter Final 2 (TBC) | — | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | TBC |
| Wed, Jun 10 2026 | Quarter Final 3 (TBC) | — | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | TBC |
| Wed, Jun 10 2026 | Quarter Final 4 (TBC) | — | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi | TBC |
| Fri, Jun 12 2026 | Semi-Final 1 (TBC) | — | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | TBC |
| Fri, Jun 12 2026 | Semi-Final 2 (TBC) | — | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | TBC |
| Sat, Jun 13 2026 | 3rd Place Play-off (TBC) | — | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | TBC |
| Sat, Jun 13 2026 | Final (TBC) | — | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur | TBC |
Venues in Malaysia
All 38 matches play across cricket grounds in and around Kuala Lumpur. Furthermore, KTJ Oval (Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar, Mantin) serves as a primary venue, hosting Group D fixtures including Bhutan’s full group-stage schedule. Additionally, Malaysian Cricket Association grounds in the Klang Valley host the remaining fixtures.
Defending Champions: United Arab Emirates
The UAE women’s team lifted the inaugural 2024 trophy in Malaysia, defeating hosts Malaysia in the final. Moreover, captain Esha Oza led from the front and earned Player of the Series. Consequently, she returns to lead UAE again in 2026.
Notably, UAE, Thailand, Malaysia and Nepal were the only teams to remain unbeaten through the 2024 league stage. Therefore, all four enter 2026 as serious title contenders.
Players to Watch in 2026
Several names carry serious heat into Malaysia 2026. Specifically, the captains and breakout stars below shape their teams’ campaigns.
| Player | Team | Why They Matter |
|---|---|---|
| Esha Oza (c) | UAE | 2024 Player of the Series, 249 runs. Returns as captain. |
| Heena Hotchandani | UAE | Top wicket-taker in 2024 with 13 scalps. |
| Samaira Dharnidharka | UAE | Reliable middle-order anchor for UAE. |
| Amna Tariq (c) | Kuwait | Kuwait skipper leading a developing side. |
| Deepika Rasangika (c) | Bahrain | Captains Bahrain in Group A. |
| Thipatcha Putthawong | Thailand | Took her first T20I hat-trick this tournament. |
Notably, Thailand’s Thipatcha Putthawong grabbed her maiden T20I hat-trick during the group stage. Additionally, multiple debutants made their T20I bow in the opening fixtures.
Notable T20I Debuts in the Opening Round
- Rashmeka Badri Narayanan – Singapore
- Roshni Sebastian – Qatar
- Samjana Mongar – Bhutan
- Sunjidmaa Phillips – Mongolia
- Laiba Arif, Rizwana Begum -Saudi Arabia
- Janani Thirukkumaran, Mehul Kulkarni – UAE
What’s New Compared to the 2024 Edition
The 2026 edition scales up meaningfully. Specifically, the changes below separate it from the inaugural 2024 event.
| Aspect | 2024 Edition | 2026 Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Teams | 16 | 18 |
| Matches | 31 | 38 |
| Dates | 10 – 18 Feb 2024 | 3 – 13 June 2026 |
| New entrants | — | Japan, Philippines |
| Champions | UAE | TBD |
| Asia Cup spots | Top finishers | Top 4 semi-finalists |
Where to Watch: Live Streaming and Broadcast
Coverage runs across digital platforms only. Specifically, fans can stream live action via the FanCode app in India, while the ACC’s official YouTube channel carries select fixtures globally.
| Region | Platform |
|---|---|
| India | FanCode (app & web) |
| Global digital | Asian Cricket Council YouTube |
| Score updates | ESPNcricinfo, Cricbuzz |
| Official scores | asiancricket.org |
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Conclusion: UAE Lead the Race as Asia Cup Spots Heat Up from 3 June to 13 June
The ACC Women’s T20I Premier Cup 2026 is more than a regional warm-up. Specifically, four Asia Cup spots are on the line, and the 18-team field rewards depth as much as star power.
Defending champions UAE start as favourites, however Malaysia, Thailand and Nepal carry genuine threat.
Furthermore, debutants Japan and Philippines add fresh storylines. Above all, expect a sharp 11-day window of competitive women’s cricket from emerging Asian nations, and a clearer picture of which sides head to the 2026 Asia Cup.
