India vs. Pakistan: Women's T20 Asia Cup Kicks Off
The Women's T20 Asia Cup will start on July 19 in Dambulla with India facing arch-rivals Pakistan. Sri Lanka hosts and plays against Bangladesh the following day. The tournament features eight teams, with all games broadcast live and open to the public. Ravin Wickramaratne is appointed as the Tournament Director.
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The Women's T20 Asia Cup is set to commence on July 19 in Dambulla, with a thrilling opening match featuring India against arch-rivals Pakistan. Host nation Sri Lanka will take on Bangladesh the next day, Sri Lanka Cricket announced on Friday.
Besides India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, other participating teams include Thailand, UAE, Nepal, and Malaysia. India is grouped with Pakistan, UAE, and Nepal in Group A, while Group B consists of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Thailand.
A total of 15 matches will be played during the tournament, including two semifinals and the final. All games will be broadcast live internationally, and stadium entry will be free for the public to witness the matches.
The Executive Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) have appointed Ravin Wickramaratne as the Tournament Director for the event. Wickramaratne emphasized the significance of a successful tournament for the advancement of women's cricket on the global stage.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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