Thailand Women Edge Hong Kong China by 6 Runs

Thailand Women outclassed Hong Kong China Women by 6 runs in the low-scoring opening match of the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 in Dubai. After being invited to bat first, Thailand Women posted 120/9 in 20 overs. A dangerous bowling spell from Marina Lamplough (4/11 in 4 overs) and Mei Wai Siu (3/37 in 4 overs) troubled the Thailand batting line-up and prevented their batters from scoring freely. Naruemol Chaiwai was Thailand’s top scorer.

In reply, Hong Kong China Women managed only 114/7 in 20 overs and lost the match by 6 runs. Onnicha Kamchomphu (3/27 in 4 overs) and Phannita Maya (2/22 in 4 overs) bowled accurately, kept the pressure on the batters and picked up crucial wickets at key stages.

Kary Chan and Yasmin Daswani were the top scorers for Hong Kong China Women, but their efforts were not enough to take their team over the line. Thailand Women have therefore started their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 campaign on a positive note, securing a crucial victory in the opening match.

Brief Scorecard

Thailand Women (THA W) : 120/9 (20)

Naruemol Chaiwai 43(31), Nannapat Koncharoenki 27(41), Phannita Maya 19(19);

Marina Lamplough 4/11(4), Mei Wai Siu 3/37(4)

Hong Kong Women (HKC W) : 114/7 (20)

Kary Chan 28(20), Yasmin Daswani 28(41), Marina Lamplough 22(11);

Onnicha Kamchomphu 3/27(4), Phannita Maya 2/22(4)

Player of the Match: Naruemol Chaiwai

Thailand Women showed their potential in the low-scoring match and gained crucial points. They kept their cool until the final ball of the match. On the other hand, Hong Kong China Women tried their best but fell just six runs short. Both teams need to maintain their good teamwork in their upcoming matches. Stay tuned with JUSZNEWS for regular updates!