India A Women face Nepal Women in the ninth match of the ACC Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 at Terdthai Cricket Ground in Bangkok on February 17, 2026. The defending champions need a victory to secure their semifinal spot after bouncing back with an eight-wicket thrashing of Pakistan A Women.
Captain Radha Yadav led a dominant bowling display with figures of 2 for 11, while opener Vrinda Dinesh smashed an unbeaten 55 off 29 balls to chase down 94 runs in just 10.1 overs. India A currently sits second in Group A with two points from two matches. Nepal Women are fighting to keep their tournament hopes alive after two consecutive defeats.
They lost their opening match to Pakistan A by 30 runs, managing only 107 while chasing 138. Nepal then fell short against the UAE by 18 runs despite Bindu Rawal scoring 171 runs. The associate nation team needs a miracle to advance.
India A Women vs Nepal Women Match Preview
This crucial Group A encounter will determine the semifinal qualification scenarios for both teams. India needs one more victory to guarantee their place in the last four. Nepal faces elimination with another loss. Both teams will fight hard at the neutral venue in Bangkok. The winner takes a major step toward the semifinals.
Source: ESPN Cricinfo
Details
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | IND-A Women vs NEP Women, 9th Match |
| Date | 17 February 2026 |
| Time | 9:30 AM Local / 2:30 AM GMT / 8:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangkok |
| Series | ACC Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 |
| Context | Group A crucial match for semifinal spots |
Pitch Report
The Terdthai Cricket Ground in Bangkok offers a turf wicket with consistent bounce in the early overs. The surface helps medium pacers and new ball quicks extract some carry with the fresh ball. Batters can trust the bounce and play their shots once they settle at the crease. The pitch plays true early, allowing stroke play.
As the innings progresses, the pitch slows down considerably. The ball starts gripping more, making the stroke tougher for batters. Spinners come into the game during the middle overs when the surface loses pace. Change-of-pace bowlers are important weapons. Batters need to rotate the strike and build partnerships rather than go for big hits. The average first innings score at this venue ranges between 125 and 135 runs. Teams batting first have enjoyed more success because defending totals become easier as the pitch slows down.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Turf wicket, early bounce, slows later |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 125-135 runs in T20s |
| Pace vs Spin | Early help for pace, spinners dominate later |
| Toss Factor | Batting first is preferred; it is easier to defend |
| Surface Behavior | True bounce early, grips, and slows down |
Weather Report
Bangkok in February experiences warm, dry tropical weather. The match-day forecast indicates clear skies with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 33°C. During the morning match, temperatures are expected to hover around 27-30°C. No rain is expected. Humidity is expected to be around 57%, making conditions slightly sticky for players. Light winds near 10 kilometers per hour will provide minimal relief. The heat could test players’ endurance during the contest.
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 25-33°C (27-30°C during match) |
| Sky | Clear, sunny |
| Rain Chance | 20% (minimal) |
| Humidity | 57% |
| Overall | Warm and testing conditions for players |
Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss at Terdthai Cricket Ground will likely choose to bat first. Teams batting first have historically enjoyed better success at this venue. The pitch plays well early with consistent bounce, making it easier to score runs in the powerplay. As the match progresses, the surface slows down, and spinners extract turn. Defending totals is easier on a worn pitch. Expect the toss winner to bat first and post a competitive total.
Injury Updates
India A Women: The defending champions are in excellent form after crushing Pakistan A by eight wickets. Nandini Kashyap is ruled out after splitting the webbing on her hand.
Nepal Women: No Injury Concern
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India A Women vs Nepal Women Head-to-Head Records
India A Women and Nepal Women have not faced each other frequently in T20 cricket. This will be a rare encounter between the two sides. India A represents the emerging talent from a cricket powerhouse, while Nepal competes as an associate nation at the senior level. The gulf in experience and resources makes India an overwhelming favorite. Nepal will need its best performance to challenge the defending champions.
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Team | Role | Key Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radha Yadav | IND-A | All-rounder | Captain, ODI World Cup winner, 2/11 vs Pakistan A, left-arm spinner |
| Vrinda Dinesh | IND-A | Batter | Opener, 55* off 29 vs Pakistan A, explosive form, 12 fours |
| Anushka Sharma | IND-A | Batter | 47 vs UAE, 24 vs Pakistan A, consistent performer |
| Saima Thakor | IND-A | Bowler | 2/14 vs Pakistan A, medium pacer, new ball specialist |
| Bindu Rawal | NEP | Batter | Top scorer with 39 runs in the tournament, experienced |
| Kabita Kunwar | NEP | Bowler | 2/10 vs Pakistan A, best bowler for Nepal |
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