Bangladesh Women and Indonesia Women meet in the fourth match of the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with a 6:30 pm local start on Monday 31 August.
Bangladesh will want to begin their campaign with a win and build momentum. Led by wicketkeeper-batter Nigar Sultana, they have a good mix of experience, with Sharmin Akhter, Ritu Moni, Juairiya Ferdous and Fariha Trisna expected to play important roles. They will rely on their all-round strength to secure a comfortable victory and take an early step towards the next stage.
For Indonesia this is a historic first Asia Cup appearance. Captained by Ni Putu Ayu Nanda Sakarini, who also keeps wicket, the squad includes Rahmawati Pangestuti, Lie Qiao, Sofia Velic and Ni Made Putri Suwandewi. They are newcomers and face a stiff test, but they will be eager to enjoy the occasion and try to surprise a more experienced opponent.
The conditions in Dubai should be hot and dry, and dew could help a chasing side later in the evening. A powerplay score of 25–32 is likely, with wickets the main factor, and we think 135 would be a competitive total. Our preview expects Bangladesh to win.
