Sports Desk, 2 June: Talented cricketer from Assam Uma Chetry who will represent India in the upcoming T20 Asia Cup has earned a coveted spot on the team. The competition which is scheduled to take place in Hong Kong is expected to be an exciting display of Asian cricketing talent.
The Asia Cup which is jointly organized by Cricket Hong Kong and the Asian Cricket Council aims to support developing women’s cricket and give talented players in the region equitable chances.
The first-ever ACC Emerging Women’s Asia Cup will take place at Hong Kong’s Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground beginning on June 10 and continuing through June 21. Eight teams will compete in the competition, including five full members: Thailand, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and India. The competition will also feature participation from three associate nations: Thailand, Malaysia, and the hosts Hong Kong.
The five full member countries will be represented by their Under-23 or A teams to create a fair and competitive environment while displaying the enormous talent simmering beneath the surface of women’s cricket in Asia. The teams will compete in a round-robin format in Groups A and B, which have been separated into two groups.
Group A comprises India A, Pakistan A, Thailand A, and the host nation, Hong Kong, while Group B features Bangladesh A, Sri Lanka A, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Speaking about the tournament, Asian Cricket Council President Jay Shah said, “Asian Cricket Council’s vision for cricket in the region includes creating equal opportunities for women to showcase their talent and take the sport to new heights. The Women’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2023 in Hong Kong is a great platform for young women cricketers to compete and grow, and we are committed to developing women’s cricket in Asia to ensure a bright future for the sport.”