The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced the indefinite postponement of the Women’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup, which was scheduled to commence on June 6 in Sri Lanka.
The decision follows a formal request from Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) President Shammi Silva, who highlighted two major concerns affecting the host nation: continuous heavy rainfall and a recent outbreak of Chikungunya — a mosquito-borne viral illness.
Considering the health risks to players, officials, and spectators, as well as the logistical challenges caused by the weather, the ACC agreed that postponing the tournament was the most responsible course of action.
No new dates have been announced as of now
“The ACC is committed to providing opportunities for young women cricketers to develop their skills and compete at the highest level,” said Mohsin Naqvi, President of the Asian Cricket Council. “We understand the strategic significance of this tournament in shaping the future of women’s cricket in Asia, and we will work diligently to reschedule the event at the earliest possible date.”
Sri Lanka is currently experiencing intense monsoon conditions, resulting in widespread rainfall that could have severely disrupted match schedules and compromised safety. The concurrent health crisis caused by the spread of Chikungunya has further complicated the prospects of hosting a major international sporting event.
Hong Kong hosted the inaugural edition of this tournament, where India A emerged as champions after defeating Bangladesh A by 31 runs in the final. Shreyanka Patil was named the Player of the Tournament for her exceptional performance.
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