Pakistan Women will face Bangladesh Women in the bronze medal match of the Women’s Asian Games 2026. The match takes place on September 22 at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.
Pakistan enter as slight favourites after producing a strong batting display against Sri Lanka. However, Bangladesh won the bronze medal when these teams met at the 2023 Asian Games.
PAK-W vs BAN-W: Match at a Glance
PAK-W vs BAN-W face off in the Bronze Medal Match of the Women’s Asian Games 2026. This section covers the key match details, venue and important updates.
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Pakistan Women vs Bangladesh Women |
| Stage | Bronze Medal Match |
| Date | September 22, 2026 |
| Time | 5:30 AM IST, 9:00 AM local time |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin |
| Format | Women’s T20 |
| India broadcast | Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV |
The fixture details appear on the Asian Games cricket schedule.
Estimated Match Odds: PAK-W vs BAN-W
| Team | Win Chance | Estimated Fair Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan Women | 60% | 1.67 |
| Bangladesh Women | 40% | 2.50 |
These are estimated odds based on team strength, batting depth, and recent tournament performances. They are not live bookmaker prices.
Prediction Board
| Market | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Match winner | Pakistan Women |
| Toss choice | Bowl first |
| Pakistan batting first | 145 to 160 |
| Bangladesh batting first | 125 to 140 |
| Expected margin | Pakistan by 10 to 25 runs or 4 to 6 wickets |
| Prediction confidence | Medium |
Why Pakistan Lead the Prediction
Pakistan scored 177 for four in their semi-final against Sri Lanka. Ayesha Zafar struck 71 from 40 balls, while Shawaal Zulfiqar added 54.
Sri Lanka completed the chase, but Pakistan’s batting performance showed their scoring strength. The semi-final scorecard confirms those figures.
Fatima Sana also gives Pakistan control with both bat and ball. She scored an unbeaten 20 in the semi-final and played a key all-round role against Thailand in the quarter-final.
Previous Bronze Medal Meeting
Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by five wickets in the bronze medal match at the 2023 Asian Games. Pakistan made only 64 for nine before Bangladesh completed the chase with ten balls remaining. That result gives Bangladesh confidence in another medal contest. AP reported the 2023 result.
Pakistan held a clear overall head-to-head advantage through 2023. However, Bangladesh won the teams’ latest T20 World Cup meeting by 23 runs in June 2026. This makes the matchup closer than the long-term record suggests. Times of India covered that victory.
Korogi Pitch Guide
The surface has produced high scores when batters settle in. Sri Lanka chased 178 in the semi-final, while India scored 195 against Bangladesh.
The early start could offer fast bowlers some movement. Batting may become easier after the first few overs. A first-innings total of around 140 to 150 should remain competitive.
PAK-W vs BAN-W Key Players
| Player | Team | Role | Why She Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayesha Zafar | Pakistan | Batter | Scored 71 from 40 balls in the semi-final |
| Shawaal Zulfiqar | Pakistan | Batter | Made 54 against Sri Lanka |
| Fatima Sana | Pakistan | All-rounder | Can influence the game in both innings |
| Dilara Akter | Bangladesh | Wicketkeeper-batter | Top-scored with 27 against India |
| Nigar Sultana | Bangladesh | Wicketkeeper-batter | Provides experience and middle-order control |
| Nahida Akter | Bangladesh | Spinner | A major wicket-taking option in the middle overs |
Probable Playing XIs
Pakistan Women: Gull Feroza, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Saira Jabeen, Ayesha Zafar, Fatima Sana, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Tuba Hassan, Nashra Sandhu, Umm-e-Hani, Momina Riasat.
Bangladesh Women: Dilara Akter, Juairiya Ferdous, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana, Sharmin Akhter, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Marufa Akter.
The final teams may change after the toss.
How Bangladesh Can Win
Bangladesh needs early wickets against Pakistan’s top order. Marufa Akter can attack with the new ball, while Nahida Akter and Rabeya Khan can slow the scoring through the middle overs.
Their batters must also avoid a collapse. A stable partnership involving Dilara Akter or Nigar Sultana could keep Bangladesh in the contest.
Final Verdict
Pakistan Women have the stronger batting unit and enter with a slight advantage. Ayesha Zafar, Shawaal Zulfiqar and Fatima Sana give them several match-winning options.
Bangladesh’s spin attack and strong record in important matches keep an upset possible. Still, Pakistan Women are the predicted winners of the bronze medal match.
