Sri Lanka Women (SL W) take on the United Arab Emirates Women (UAE W) in match No. 2 of the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday, August 29.

Chamari Athapaththu-led Sri Lanka won the previous edition of the Women’s Asia Cup in 2024 by defeating India in the final. They have a very good chance of lifting the title once again under the guidance of their inspirational captain. The experience in the squad is commendable and there are quite a few talented youngsters who will be eager to make a mark at the continental stage.

Hosts United Arab Emirates will be led by opening batter Esha Oza. In June, they won the ACC Women’s T20I Premier Cup, defeating Thailand in the final. UAE would want to bank on home support and stage an upset at the start of the campaign. However, it goes without saying that they are the overwhelming underdogs in Saturday’s clash.

SL W vs UAE W: Match Details

Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai: Pitch Report

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium is expected to provide a balanced surface, where there is going to be something in it for the bowlers but batters who are willing to spend some time in the middle can score runs. The new ball could move around for the first few overs but spinners are going to play a key role as the game progresses.

SL W vs UAE W: Head-to-Head Record

SL W vs UAE W: Predicted Playing 11s

Sri Lanka Women

Imesha Dulani, Chamari Athapaththu (C), Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshita Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Hasini Perera (WK), Sanjana Kavindi, Nilakshika Silva, Kawya Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Chamudi Praboda.

United Arab Emirates Women

Esha Oza (C), Theertha Satish (WK), Heena Hotchandani, Samaira Dharnidharka, Rinitha Rajith, Lavanya Keny, Mehul Pranav Kulkarni, Archara Supriya, Vaishnave Mahesh, Athige Silva, Suraksha Kotte.

SL W vs UAE W: Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Chamari Athapaththu

The talismanic Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu would want to get her campaign off to a solid start. If she fires at the top of the order, the UAE bowlers would be in for some leather hunting. Athapaththu will want to give herself some time in the middle because she is very much capable of making up as the innings goes on.

Probable Best Bowler: Kavisha Dilhari

Kavisha Dilhari finished as the highest wicket-taker in the series win against Pakistan, bowling at an economy rate of 7.42. In three games, she bagged five wickets. The 25-year-old off-spinner would want to spin a web around the UAE batters on Saturday.

Today’s Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Women to win the match

Glasgow Cosmics (GGC) lock horns with Dublin Guardians (DBG) in match No. 5 of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL) 2026 at the Sportpark Duivestein in Voorburg on Saturday, August 29.

George Munsey-led Glasgow Cosmics started their campaign with a clash against the Edinburg Castle Rockers. They were bowled out for just 115 in the first innings. The Rockers romped home inside 12 overs with seven wickets to spare.

Meanwhile, Dublin Gladiators, which is co-owned by Rahul Dravid and captained by Ravichandran Ashwin, faced Belfast Wolves in their opening encounter. They conceded 184/7 in the first innings. In reply, they were restricted to 132/9, losing by 52 runs.

GGC vs DBG: Match Details

Sportpark Duivesteijn, Voorburg: Pitch Report

The Sportpark Duivesteijn has hosted three games so far. The average first-innings score is 152. Two out of the three games have been won by chasing teams. The captain who wins the toss would want to bowl first and restrict the oppostion to a score below 160.

GGC vs DBG: Head-to-Head Record in T20s

This will be the first-ever encounter between the two sides. 

GGC vs DBG: Predicted Playing 11s

Glasgow Cosmics:

George Munsey (C), Jason Roy, Matthew Cross (WK), Liam Livingstone, Moises Henriques, Richie Berrington, Michael Leask, Keshav Maharaj, Ali Khan, Paul van Meekeren, Lungi Ngidi.

Dublin Guardians:

Harry Tector, Muhammad Waseem, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Daryl Mitchell, Vijay Shankar, Benjamin Calitz (WK), George Dockrell, Ravichandran Ashwin (C), Chris Wood, Joshua Little, Matt Hollard.

GGC vs DBG: Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Daryl Mitchell

Daryl Mitchell is one of the most consistent batters in modern-day cricket. While his stats in the longer formats are much better, he is still a force to be reckoned with in T20s. The Kiwi batter was dismissed cheaply in the last game and would be hoping to redeem himself on Saturday.

Probable Best Bowler: Lungi Ngidi

Lungi Ngidi just didn’t have enough runs in the bank in the last game. In two overs, he conceded 13 runs and picked up one wicket. The South African fast bowler will hold the key on Saturday. It will be interesting to see if he is given the new ball as Ali Khan and Paul van Meekeren, the bowlers who started for Glasgow in the last game, were very expensive.

Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match

Trichy Grand Cholas will lock horns with IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans in Match No. 17 of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2026 on Thursday, August 13, at the NPR College Ground in Dindigul.

Trichy Grand Cholas are currently third in the points table, with two wins from three matches. They are in a strong position and will look to maintain their momentum, secure another victory, and break into the top two.

Meanwhile, IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans are second in the table with three wins from four matches. They will aim to continue their impressive run and strengthen their position in the top two with another victory.

TGC vs ITT Match Details

NPR College Ground, Dindigul Pitch Report

The wicket at the NPR College Ground in Dindigul is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. The tournament has witnessed a mix of high- and low-scoring games this season, suggesting that batters who spend some time at the crease can make the most of the conditions.

TGC vs ITT Head-to-Head Record

TGC vs ITT Predicted Playing XIs

Trichy Grand Cholas (TGC):

Jayaraman Suresh Kumar (c) (wk), K Rajkumar, Bhavan Suriya S, Jagatheesan Kousik, Sanjay Yadav, Jafar Jamal, R Rajkumar, Antony Dhas, P Saravana Kumar, V Athisayaraj Davidson, M Ganesh Moorthi

IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans (ITT):

Amit Sathvik, Tushar Raheja (wk), Pradosh Ranjan Paul, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore (c), Mohamed Ali, Uthirasamy Sasidev, M Mathivannan, S Mohan Prasath, R Silambarasan, Esakkimuthu A, T Natarajan

TGC vs ITT Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Tushar Raheja

Tushar Raheja could be the key batter in this clash. He has scored 209 runs in four games at an impressive average of 69.67. His contributions at the top of the order will be crucial, and his ability to take on the bowlers early could give his side a strong start.

Probable Best Bowler: R Silambarsan

Seam bowler R. Silambarasan has been the leading wicket-taker in the 2026 season, claiming nine wickets in four innings at an average of 18.33. He will be eager to add to his tally and continue playing a key role as his side’s strike bowler.

Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match