Chasing History: India Eyes Record Eighth Title in Sunday’s Asia Cup Clash Against Sri Lanka

Jyoti Rathi - Kolkata Bureau Sep 12, 2026 1,700 Views

India and Sri Lanka face off in the Women's Asia Cup 2026 final in Dubai. Both teams enter the title match unbeaten, setting up a high-stakes rematch of the previous championship decider where India chases an eighth title and Sri Lanka defends its crown.

India and Sri Lanka face off in the Women's Asia Cup 2026 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

The India women's national cricket team will lock horns with the Sri Lanka women's national cricket team in the summit clash of the Women's Asia Cup 2026 on Sunday, September 13, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM IST, the high-stakes encounter marks a direct rematch of the previous continental title decider. Both teams enter the championship match undefeated, having navigated their respective group stages and semi-final fixtures with strong performances.

Tournament Path and Strategic Rematch

India secured their berth in the final after topping Group A with three consecutive victories before defeating Bangladesh by 40 runs in the semi-final. Concurrently, Sri Lanka, led by captain Chamari Athapaththu, dominated their group encounters and overcame Pakistan by 4 wickets in a tense semi-final showdown.

The fixture carries added narrative weight as a repeat of the 2024 final, where Sri Lanka claimed their maiden continental crown by successfully chasing down India's target. Harmanpreet Kaur's squad enters Sunday's match aiming to secure their eighth tournament title, while Sri Lanka seeks to defend its status and replicate past tactical execution under pressure.

Squads and Global Broadcast Details

India Squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Bharti Fulmali, Richa Ghosh (wk), Gunalan Kamalini (wk), Pratika Rawal, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Prema Rawat, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Nandani Sharma, Shree Charani, Radha Yadav.

Sri Lanka Squad: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama (vc), Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kaushini Nuthyangana (wk), Sanjana Kavindi, Hasini Perera, Nilakshika Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Mithali Ayodhya, Kawya Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Nimasha Meepage, Chamudi Praboda, Chethana Vimukhti.

According to tournament organizers and official broadcasting announcements from the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), live streaming for the match will be available on the SonyLIV platform and televised across domestic sports networks.

"According to organizers, the final showcases the highest standard of regional competitiveness, offering cricket fans a world-class display of tactical skill and athletic endurance."

Key Facts at a Glance

Match: India Women vs Sri Lanka Women (Final).
Date & Time: Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 8:00 PM IST.
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Tournament Context: Rematch of the previous title clash; India seeks a record eighth title while Sri Lanka aims to defend its crown.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch the live streaming of the India vs Sri Lanka Women's Asia Cup final? Live coverage and streaming are available via official broadcasters and the SonyLIV application.
What time does the match start? The final commences at 8:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Who are the captains for both teams? Harmanpreet Kaur leads India, while Chamari Athapaththu captains Sri Lanka.
Where can official tournament schedules be accessed? Updates are hosted on the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) portal.