Bangladesh, Ireland, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe are preparing to compete in the ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy, which will be held in Ajman, UAE, from 12th to 25th November. They will join teams from the Netherlands, Papua New Guinea, Scotland, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates in this engaging international tournament.
This year marks the second edition of the event, with ten teams participating compared to the eight in the inaugural tournament. The teams are split into two groups of five, with the top teams moving on to a Super Six stage before the finals. Ireland, Papua New Guinea, Scotland, Sri Lanka, and the UAE feature in Group A, while Group B consists of Bangladesh, Netherlands, Pakistan, Thailand, and Zimbabwe.
Gaurav Saxena, ICC’s general manager for Events and Cricket Operations, expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming tournament: “Bringing together five Full Members and five Associate Members will create valuable opportunities for players to test themselves against a wider range of opposition and gain experience in a high-performance environment.” He added, “We look forward to welcoming the participating teams to Ajman for the second edition of the tournament.”
Thailand will go into the competition as the defending champions after securing victory at home in 2025. This mix of teams promises a blend of experience and fresh challenges, providing players with a stage to showcase their talents and gain invaluable experience. For cricket enthusiasts, this event offers an exciting look at the potential future stars of the sport.
