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United News of India
19-05-2025
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- United News of India
Thailand & Nepal progress to ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Global Qualifier
Bangkok, May 19 (UNI) Thailand and Nepal finished in first and second place, respectively, at the Super Three competition of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Asia Qualifier to progress to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier. The tournament which took place here, saw nine teams compete for the top two spots that would take them to the final phase of qualification for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 to be held in England and Wales. Nepal, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were in the final three of the tournament, where Thailand beat the UAE by 54 runs on Sunday, followed by Nepal who emerged victorious by five wickets in their fixture against UAE today to finish in the top two and claim their place in the Qualifier. In Thailand's match against the UAE, Nattaya Boochatham and Natthakan Chatham contributed scores of 49 and 46, respectively, to get their side to 144 for five after they elected to bat. In reply, the UAE were restricted to 90 for five, thanks to miserly bowling by Thailand, led by left-arm spinner Thipatcha Putthawong, who took two for 27. Against Nepal, the UAE once again struggled with the bat as left-arm seam bowler Manisha Upadhayay grabbed four for 20 to restrict the UAE to 114 for seven. Nepal's captain Indu Barma steered her side to victory after early trouble saw them slip to 38 for three in the ninth over. Her 28-ball 30 helped her side reach their target with three deliveries to spare. Nepal and Thailand will join eight other teams to contest for one of four places to the main event. The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier dates will be announced in due course. UNI BM
Int'l Cricket Council
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Thailand and Nepal progress to ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Global Qualifier
Thailand and Nepal progress from the Super Three of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Asia Qualifier for a shot at the main event in England and Wales Thailand and Nepal finished in first and second place, respectively, at the Super Three competition of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Asia Qualifier to progress to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier. The tournament which took place in Bangkok, saw nine teams compete for the top two spots that would take them to the final phase of qualification for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 to be held in England and Wales. Nepal, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were in the final three of the tournament, where Thailand beat the UAE by 54 runs on Sunday, followed by Nepal who emerged victorious by five wickets in their fixture against UAE today to finish in the top two and claim their place in the Qualifier. In Thailand's match against the UAE, Nattaya Boochatham and Natthakan Chatham contributed scores of 49 and 46, respectively, to get their side to 144 for five after they elected to bat. In reply, the UAE were restricted to 90 for five, thanks to miserly bowling by Thailand, led by left-arm spinner Thipatcha Putthawong, who took two for 27. Against Nepal, the UAE once again struggled with the bat as left-arm seam bowler Manisha Upadhayay grabbed four for 20 to restrict the UAE to 114 for seven. Nepal's captain Indu Barma steered her side to victory after early trouble saw them slip to 38 for three in the ninth over. Her 28-ball 30 helped her side reach their target with three deliveries to spare. Nepal and Thailand will join eight other teams to contest for one of four places to the main event. The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier dates will be announced in due course.
Int'l Cricket Council
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Test: Women's T20 World Cup pathway resumes as focus turns to Asia Qualifier
Thailand set to host nine-team Qualifier from Friday until 20 May 21 matches across 12 days will determine the two teams that advance to the final stage of qualification - ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier The road to qualification for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 resumes on Friday with the start of the Asia Qualifier in Bangkok, where nine nations are set to compete in the hope of extending their journey through to England and Wales. Twenty-one matches will take place across 12 days, spanning two venues in the Thai capital, and the opening day sees the host nation take on Kuwait at Terdthai Cricket Ground (TCG), while Nepal play Hong Kong China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) face off against Malaysia, both at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) ground. The format for the event will see Thailand, Kuwait, and Bhutan compete in Group A, UAE, Malaysia and Qatar form Group B and Nepal, Hong Kong China and Bahrain in Group C. Following an initial round robin phase which concludes on 16 May, the winners of each of the three groups advance to a Super Three stage, with another round of fixtures ultimately determining the top two teams that will progress to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier – the final stage on the road to England and Wales 2026. All matches in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Asia Qualifier will be available to watch live on while fans in the Asian subcontinent can follow the action on FanCode. ICC Development Manager – Asia, Aminul Islam, said: "The standard of women's cricket across Asia is rising rapidly, with notable improvements in skill, fitness, and competitiveness at all levels. The progress we are witnessing is truly inspiring. 'I firmly believe that the top two teams from this tournament will not only compete strongly in the ICC global qualifier but will have a genuine opportunity to earn their place at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.' CEO of the Cricket Association of Thailand, Mohideen A. Kader added: 'The Cricket Association of Thailand is delighted to yet again host a multi-nation tournament for the ICC. 'We hope that every team is able to play to the best of its abilities in the coming weeks.' The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales will see a greater number of teams (12) and matches (33) than ever before. Venues and dates for the pinnacle T20 event were announced last week in a special launch event, where it was revealed that Edgbaston, Hampshire Bowl, Headingley, Old Trafford Cricket Ground, The Oval and Bristol County Ground will host matches from 12 June, with a highly anticipated final set for Lord's Cricket Ground on 5 July. Eight teams have already gained automatic qualification to the event; holders New Zealand, Australia, England, India, South Africa and the West Indies by virtue of their performances at the 2024 edition, plus Pakistan and Sri Lanka, who were the two next highest ranked teams on the ICC Women's T20I rankings table on 21 October 2024. The four remaining spots will be determined through a ten-team Qualifier, comprising Bangladesh, Scotland and teams that have advanced from regional pathway events including USA as Americas Qualifier champions, two teams from the Asia Qualifier and others that advance from subsequent competitions held in Africa, Europe and the East Asia-Pacific later this year. ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Asia Qualifier Match Schedule ( all times are in ICT – local time ) Friday 9 May 9:00am, Thailand v Kuwait, TCG 9:00am, Nepal v Hong Kong China, AIT 1:30pm, UAE v Malaysia, AIT
Int'l Cricket Council
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Women's T20 World Cup pathway resumes as focus turns to Asia Qualifier
Thailand set to host nine-team Qualifier from Friday until 20 May 21 matches across 12 days will determine the two teams that advance to the final stage of qualification - ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier The road to qualification for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 resumes on Friday with the start of the Asia Qualifier in Bangkok, where nine nations are set to compete in the hope of extending their journey through to England and Wales. Twenty-one matches will take place across 12 days, spanning two venues in the Thai capital, and the opening day sees the host nation take on Kuwait at Terdthai Cricket Ground (TCG), while Nepal play Hong Kong China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) face off against Malaysia, both at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) ground. The format for the event will see Thailand, Kuwait, and Bhutan compete in Group A, UAE, Malaysia and Qatar form Group B and Nepal, Hong Kong China and Bahrain in Group C. Following an initial round robin phase which concludes on 16 May, the winners of each of the three groups advance to a Super Three stage, with another round of fixtures ultimately determining the top two teams that will progress to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier – the final stage on the road to England and Wales 2026. All matches in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Asia Qualifier will be available to watch live on while fans in the Asian subcontinent can follow the action on FanCode. ICC Development Manager – Asia, Aminul Islam, said: "The standard of women's cricket across Asia is rising rapidly, with notable improvements in skill, fitness, and competitiveness at all levels. The progress we are witnessing is truly inspiring. 'I firmly believe that the top two teams from this tournament will not only compete strongly in the ICC global qualifier but will have a genuine opportunity to earn their place at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.' CEO of the Cricket Association of Thailand, Mohideen A. Kader added: 'The Cricket Association of Thailand is delighted to yet again host a multi-nation tournament for the ICC. 'We hope that every team is able to play to the best of its abilities in the coming weeks.' The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales will see a greater number of teams (12) and matches (33) than ever before. Venues and dates for the pinnacle T20 event were announced last week in a special launch event, where it was revealed that Edgbaston, Hampshire Bowl, Headingley, Old Trafford Cricket Ground, The Oval and Bristol County Ground will host matches from 12 June, with a highly anticipated final set for Lord's Cricket Ground on 5 July. Eight teams have already gained automatic qualification to the event; holders New Zealand, Australia, England, India, South Africa and the West Indies by virtue of their performances at the 2024 edition, plus Pakistan and Sri Lanka, who were the two next highest ranked teams on the ICC Women's T20I rankings table on 21 October 2024. The four remaining spots will be determined through a ten-team Qualifier, comprising Bangladesh, Scotland and teams that have advanced from regional pathway events including USA as Americas Qualifier champions, two teams from the Asia Qualifier and others that advance from subsequent competitions held in Africa, Europe and the East Asia-Pacific later this year. ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Asia Qualifier Match Schedule ( all times are in ICT – local time ) Friday 9 May 9:00am, Thailand v Kuwait, TCG 9:00am, Nepal v Hong Kong China, AIT 1:30pm, UAE v Malaysia, AIT
Int'l Cricket Council
18-03-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
USA defeat Canada to advance from Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Americas Qualifier
USA prevail in winner-takes-all matchup on final day in Buenos Aires The win sees them claim top spot and a place in the next stage – the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier A dramatic final day at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Americas Qualifier saw a rampant USA snatch top spot and a place in the next round of qualification thanks to a commanding 78-run victory over Canada in Buenos Aires on Monday. Eight days of competitive action had preceded the top of the table clash, with both nations knowing victory would see them advance to the ten-team Qualifier, which represents the final stage on the road to England and Wales 2026. Winning the toss and electing to bat first at the St Albans Club Ground, the USA started their innings brightly. Young openers Disha Dhingra (16) and Chetna Pagdyala (35) saw off Canada's opening attack to set the foundations, with Ella Claridge (20) and skipper Anika Kolan (34) also chipping in with valuable run-a-ball scores. A sharp 17 from 12 balls by Isani Vaghela helped USA add to their competitive total, and despite the efforts of Terisha Lavia (two for 19), they closed their innings on 131 for six from their 20 overs - the second-highest total recorded during the competition. In response, Canada stuttered in the early overs and never recovered. Falling to 20 for three by the fifth over, a slight reprieve in the form of a partnership between top-scoring Achini Perera (19) and Kainat Qazi helped them stabilise to 36 for three before Qazi's wicket at the hands of Saanvi Immadi heralded a brisk collapse. More wickets from Player of the Tournament Ritu Singh and the introduction of Chetnaa Prasad were the catalysts for the finale, with Prasad blitzing through the lower order to record figures of four for five from her two overs, including the wicket of Mannat Hundal to secure the 78-run victory amid jubilant scenes in the Argentine capital. Reacting to her side's win, USA captain Kolan, said: 'I'm incredibly proud of the team for our dominant victory in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier. This win reflects the hard work, resilience, and unity we've built as a squad. Every player stepped up, and we showcased the growing strength of women's cricket in the USA. 'Securing the Americas representative spot in the global qualifiers is a huge step forward, and we're excited for the journey ahead.' The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales will see a greater number of competing teams (12) and matches (33) than ever before. Eight teams have already gained automatic qualification to the event; England as hosts, Australia, India, New Zealand, South Africa and the West Indies by virtue of their performances at the 2024 edition, plus Pakistan and Sri Lanka, who were the two next highest ranked teams on the ICC Women's T20I rankings table on 21 October 2024. The four remaining spots will be determined through the ten-team Qualifier, comprising Scotland, Bangladesh, USA and subsequent teams that advance from regional pathway events held in Africa, Asia, Europe and the East Asia-Pacific in 2025. Scores in brief USA v Canada – St Albans Club Ground USA 131 for six from 20 overs (Chetna Pagdyala 35, Anika Kolan 34; Terisha Lavia 2 for 19) Canada 53 all out in 16 overs (Achini Perera 19; Chetnaa Prasad 4 for 5, Ritu Singh 2 for 12) Result – USA won by 78 runs
